Como Pronunciar "alkaloid"

word

ˈæɫkəˌɫɔɪd

AL-kuh-loid

ˈælkɐlˌɔɪd

AL-kuh-loid

Definição

An alkaloid is a natural chemical compound, usually found in plants, that often has strong effects on humans and animals. Common examples include caffeine, nicotine, and morphine.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈæɫkəˌɫɔɪd

Inglês Britânico

ˈælkɐlˌɔɪd

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

AL-kuh-loid

Ouça em Contexto

Caffeine is a well-known alkaloid found in coffee and tea.

Some alkaloids can be used as medicine to relieve pain.

Nicotine is an alkaloid found in tobacco plants.

Scientists are studying how different alkaloids affect the human brain.