How to Pronounce "pheromones"
word
ˈfɛɹəˌmoʊnz
FEHR-uh-mohnz
fˈɛɹəmˌəʊnz
FEHR-uh-mohnz
Definition
Pheromones are chemicals released by animals or humans that affect the behavior or physiology of other members of the same species, often used for communication, attracting mates, or marking territory.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɛɹəˌmoʊnz
British English
fˈɛɹəmˌəʊnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FEHR-uh-mohnz
UK
FEHR-uh-mohnz
Listen in Context
Ants follow trails created by pheromones.
Many animals use pheromones to find a mate.
The queen bee releases pheromones to control the hive.
Some scientists believe humans react to pheromones without realizing it.