Como Pronunciar "ketones"
word
ˈkitoʊn
KEE-tonez
kˈɛtəʊnz
ke-TOHNZ
Definição
Ketones are chemicals produced by the body when it breaks down fat for energy, especially when there isn't enough insulin. They are also a group of organic compounds used in chemistry.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈkitoʊn
Inglês Britânico
kˈɛtəʊnz
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
KEE-tonez
UK
ke-TOHNZ
Ouça em Contexto
People with diabetes sometimes have high ketones in their blood.
Our bodies make ketones when we burn fat for energy.
Doctors may check for ketones in a urine test.
Going on a keto diet means your body will produce lots of ketones.