How to Pronounce "hormones"
word
/ˈhɔɹˌmoʊnz/
HOR-mohnz
/hˈɔːməʊnz/
HAW-mohnz
Definition
Hormones are chemical substances produced in the body that send signals to organs and tissues, controlling many important functions like growth, mood, and metabolism.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhɔɹˌmoʊnz/
British English
/hˈɔːməʊnz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOR-mohnz
UK
HAW-mohnz
Listen in Context
During puberty, the body produces more hormones.
Hormones help control how fast we grow.
Too many hormones can cause health problems.
My mood changes a lot because of hormones.