How to Pronounce "estrogen"
word
ˈɛstɹədʒən
ES-truh-jen
ˈiːstɹəd͡ʒən
EES-truh-jen
Definition
Estrogen is a hormone found mainly in females that helps control the development of female physical features and regulates the menstrual cycle. It also plays important roles in bone health and other body functions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛstɹədʒən
British English
ˈiːstɹəd͡ʒən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ES-truh-jen
UK
EES-truh-jen
Listen in Context
Estrogen is an important hormone in the human body.
Many women lose estrogen after menopause.
Doctors sometimes prescribe estrogen to help with certain health problems.
Low estrogen can make your bones weaker over time.