How to Pronounce Estrogen

To pronounce "estrogen", say ESTR-og-en — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈiːstɹəd͡ʒən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈiːstɹəd͡ʒən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “estrogen”

"estrogen" has 3 syllables: estr-og-en.

What does estrogen mean?

noun

  1. Any of a group of steroids that are secreted by the ovaries and function as female sex hormones.

Related words

oestrogentamoxifenestrogenicestradiolestroneestriolfolliculin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "estrogen"?▾

"Estrogen" has 3 syllables: estr · og · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "estrogen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "estrogen" is /ˈiːstɹəd͡ʒən/.

What does "estrogen" mean?▾

Estrogen: Any of a group of steroids that are secreted by the ovaries and function as female sex hormones.

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