How to Pronounce "antibody"
word
ˈæntiˌbɑdi/, /ˈæntɪˌbɑdi
AN-tee-bah-dee
ˈæntɪbˌɒdi
AN-ti-bod-ee
Definition
A protein produced by the body’s immune system that helps fight against harmful bacteria, viruses, and other substances.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæntiˌbɑdi/, /ˈæntɪˌbɑdi
British English
ˈæntɪbˌɒdi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AN-tee-bah-dee
UK
AN-ti-bod-ee
Listen in Context
Doctors checked her blood for antibodies.
A vaccine helps your body make antibodies.
Some people have stronger antibodies than others.
After the infection, his body developed enough antibodies to protect him.