How to Pronounce Hormone

To pronounce "hormone", say HORM-on-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhɔːməʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhɔːməʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hormone”

"hormone" has 3 syllables: horm-on-e. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does hormone mean?

noun

  1. Any substance produced by one tissue and conveyed by the bloodstream to another to effect physiological activity.
  2. A synthetic compound with the same activity.

verb

  1. To treat with hormones.

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Words that rhyme with hormone

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hormone"?▾

"Hormone" has 3 syllables: horm · on · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "hormone"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hormone" is /ˈhɔːməʊn/.

What does "hormone" mean?▾

Hormone: Any substance produced by one tissue and conveyed by the bloodstream to another to effect physiological activity.

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