How to Pronounce Ketosis

To pronounce "ketosis", say KET-os-is — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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KET-os-is

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"ketosis" has 3 syllables: ket-os-is.

What does ketosis mean?

noun

  1. A metabolic state in which the body produces ketones to be used as fuel by some organs so that glycogen can be reserved for organs that depend on it. This condition occurs during times of fasting, starvation, or while on a ketogenic weight-loss diet.

Related words

ketonemiaacetonemiahyperketosishypoketosishyperketonemiaketoacidosisnormoketonemiaketosuria

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How many syllables are in "ketosis"?▾

"Ketosis" has 3 syllables: ket · os · is.

What does "ketosis" mean?▾

Ketosis: A metabolic state in which the body produces ketones to be used as fuel by some organs so that glycogen can be reserved for organs that depend on it. This condition occurs during times of fasting, starvation, or while on a ketogenic weight-loss diet.

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