How to Pronounce "excretes"
word
ɪksˈkɹitz
iks-KREETS
ɛkskɹˈiːts
eks-KREETS
Definition
To pass out waste matter from the body through a normal physical process, such as through urine or sweat.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪksˈkɹitz
British English
ɛkskɹˈiːts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
iks-KREETS
UK
eks-KREETS
Listen in Context
The human body excretes sweat to keep cool.
The kidney excretes waste from the blood.
A snail excretes mucus as it moves.
When your body excretes too much salt, you might feel thirsty.