How to Pronounce "adrenals"
word
əˈdɹinəɫ
uh-DREE-nuhlz
ɐdɹˈiːnəl
uh-DREE-nuhlz
Definition
The adrenals are two small glands located above the kidneys that produce important hormones helping to control things like stress, metabolism, blood pressure, and the body's response to danger.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈdɹinəɫ
British English
ɐdɹˈiːnəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-DREE-nuhlz
UK
uh-DREE-nuhlz
Listen in Context
The adrenals sit on top of each kidney.
Your adrenals help your body respond to stress.
Doctors check the adrenals if hormone problems are suspected.
Sometimes, if your adrenals aren't working well, you feel tired all the time.