Peptides Meaning in English

word · lemma: peptide

US

ˈpɛpˌtaɪdz

PEP-tydz

UK

pˈɛptaɪdz

PEP-tydz

Definition

Peptides are short chains of amino acids that are linked together, often serving as building blocks in the body or as signaling molecules. They are smaller than proteins.

Usage & Nuances

Used primarily in scientific, medical, and nutritional contexts. Common phrases: 'synthetic peptides', 'peptide therapy', 'peptide bonds'. Not interchangeable with 'proteins', which are larger and more complex.

• Spanish: péptidos - péptidos (cadena corta de aminoácidos)
• Portuguese (BR): peptídeos - peptídeos (cadeia curta de aminoácidos)
• Portuguese (PT): peptídeos - peptídeos (cadeia curta de aminoácidos)
• Chinese (Simplified): 肽 - 多肽（短链氨基酸）
• Chinese (Traditional): 肽 - 多肽（短鏈胺基酸）
• Hindi: पेप्टाइड्स - छोटे अमीनो एसिड की शृंखला
• Arabic: الببتيدات - الببتيدات (سلاسل قصيرة من الأحماض الأمينية)
• Bengali: পেপটাইড
• Russian: пептиды
• Japanese: ペプチド
• Vietnamese: peptide
• Korean: 펩타이드
• Turkish: peptit
• Urdu: پیپٹائیڈ
• Indonesian: peptida

Example Sentences

Peptides are made of amino acids.

basic

Scientists study peptides to understand the body.

basic

Your skin makes natural peptides.

basic

Some athletes use peptides as supplements for recovery.

natural

Certain skincare products advertise added peptides to reduce wrinkles.

natural

Doctors sometimes prescribe peptides for medical treatments.

natural