How to Pronounce "adrenaline"
word
/əˈdɹɛnəɫən/
uh-DREN-uh-lin
/ɐdɹˈɛnəlˌɪn/
uh-DREN-uh-lin
Definition
A hormone produced by the body, especially in situations of stress or excitement, that increases heart rate and energy.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈdɹɛnəɫən/
British English
/ɐdɹˈɛnəlˌɪn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-DREN-uh-lin
UK
uh-DREN-uh-lin
Listen in Context
When you are scared, your body releases adrenaline.
Extreme sports give people a lot of adrenaline.
Doctors sometimes use adrenaline in emergencies.
Riding that roller coaster gave me such an adrenaline rush!