The spelling of the word "tenalgin" is composed of two syllables: "ten" and "algin". The first syllable, "ten", is pronounced /tɛn/ which is similar to the word "ten" in English. The second syllable, "algin", is pronounced /æl.dʒɪn/ meaning it has a short "a" sound and a "j" sound in it. Tenalgin is a combination of the brand names of two pain relievers, acetaminophen and tenoxicam.
Trade name of a teniafuge preparation from the betel-nut, or areca.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.