How to Pronounce "progesterone"
word
pɹoʊˈdʒɛstɝˌoʊn
proh-JES-ter-ohn
pɹəʊdʒˈɛstəɹˌəʊn
proh-JES-tuh-rohn
Definition
Progesterone is a hormone produced mainly in the ovaries that helps regulate the menstrual cycle and supports pregnancy.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹoʊˈdʒɛstɝˌoʊn
British English
pɹəʊdʒˈɛstəɹˌəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
proh-JES-ter-ohn
UK
proh-JES-tuh-rohn
Listen in Context
The doctor measured her progesterone level.
Progesterone helps prepare the body for pregnancy.
Some birth control pills contain progesterone.
If your progesterone is low, it might be harder to get pregnant.