Como Pronunciar "receptors"
word
ri-SEP-terz
ri-SEP-tuhz
Definição
Special cells or proteins in the body that receive signals, such as hormones or nerve messages, and respond to them.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ɹəˈsɛptɝz
Inglês Britânico
ɹɪsˈɛptəz
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
ri-SEP-terz
UK
ri-SEP-tuhz
Ouça em Contexto
The body has different types of receptors to detect light, sound, and touch.
Pain is felt when certain receptors in your skin are activated.
Smell receptors help us notice odors in the air.
The drug works by blocking certain brain receptors.