How to Pronounce Pancreas

To pronounce "pancreas", say PANCR-eas — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpæŋkɹɪəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈpæŋkɹɪəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pancreas”

"pancreas" has 2 syllables: pancr-eas.

What does pancreas mean?

noun

  1. A gland near the stomach which secretes a fluid into the duodenum to help with food digestion. The fluid contains protease, carbohydrase and lipase, which breaks down larger molecules into smaller pieces. The pancreas also produces the hormones insulin and glucagon which regulate blood sugar. These hormones are released into the cardiovascular system.

Synonyms

belly sweetbreadgutbreadstomach sweetbread

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pancreas"?▾

"Pancreas" has 2 syllables: pancr · eas.

What is the IPA transcription of "pancreas"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pancreas" is /ˈpæŋkɹɪəs/.

What does "pancreas" mean?▾

Pancreas: A gland near the stomach which secretes a fluid into the duodenum to help with food digestion. The fluid contains protease, carbohydrase and lipase, which breaks down larger molecules into smaller pieces. The pancreas also produces the hormones insulin and glucagon which regulate blood sugar. These hormones are released into the cardiovascular system.

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