How to Pronounce "homeostasis"
word
ˌhoʊmioʊˈsteɪsəs
hoh-mee-oh-STAY-sis
ˌhɒm.i.ə(ʊ)ˈsteɪ.sɪs
hom-ee-uh-STAY-sis
Definition
Homeostasis is the process by which a living organism or system keeps its internal environment stable and balanced, despite changes outside.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhoʊmioʊˈsteɪsəs
British English
ˌhɒm.i.ə(ʊ)ˈsteɪ.sɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hoh-mee-oh-STAY-sis
UK
hom-ee-uh-STAY-sis
Listen in Context
Homeostasis keeps your body temperature stable.
Animals need homeostasis to survive in changing environments.
Our bodies use homeostasis to keep blood sugar levels balanced.
When you get too hot, homeostasis kicks in to make you sweat and cool down.