hormone
A chemical substance produced in the body that acts as a messenger, regulating the activity of specific cells or organs. These substances are secreted by endocrine glands and are crucial for processes such as growth, metabolism, and mood regulation.
예시
3 / 5The doctor explained that my tiredness might be caused by a hormone imbalance.
The doctor explained that my tiredness might be caused by a hormone imbalance.
Recent clinical trials have analyzed the effects of synthetic growth hormone on bone density.
Recent clinical trials have analyzed the effects of synthetic growth hormone on bone density.
I think my hormones are just all over the place today, I can't stop crying!
I think my hormones are just all over the place today, I can't stop crying!
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of a 'Hormone' as a 'Home-Owner' who sends messages to different rooms (organs) of the house (the body) to make sure everything is running correctly.
빠른 퀴즈
Insulin is a vital ________ produced by the pancreas to regulate blood sugar levels.
정답!
정답은: hormone
예시
The doctor explained that my tiredness might be caused by a hormone imbalance.
everydayThe doctor explained that my tiredness might be caused by a hormone imbalance.
Recent clinical trials have analyzed the effects of synthetic growth hormone on bone density.
formalRecent clinical trials have analyzed the effects of synthetic growth hormone on bone density.
I think my hormones are just all over the place today, I can't stop crying!
informalI think my hormones are just all over the place today, I can't stop crying!
Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex in response to physiological stress.
academicCortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex in response to physiological stress.
The company is seeking FDA approval for its new hormone replacement therapy patch.
businessThe company is seeking FDA approval for its new hormone replacement therapy patch.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
raging hormones
a phrase used to describe the intense emotional changes in teenagers
hormone surge
a sudden increase in the levels of a particular hormone
hormone-free
food or animal products produced without added hormones
자주 혼동되는 단어
Hormones are chemical messengers that travel through the blood to distant organs, while enzymes are catalysts that speed up reactions in specific locations.
Hormones act within the body that produces them, whereas pheromones are secreted externally to affect other individuals of the same species.
사용 참고사항
While 'hormone' is a noun, it is frequently used as a noun adjunct (like an adjective) in medical terminology, such as in 'hormone treatment' or 'hormone receptor'. When describing a person's mood or physical state related to these chemicals, the adjective 'hormonal' is more appropriate.
자주 하는 실수
Learners often forget that 'hormone' is a countable noun and should be used with an article or in the plural form. Additionally, avoid using 'hormone' as a direct adjective; use 'hormonal' for descriptions (e.g., 'a hormonal change' instead of 'a hormone change').
암기 팁
Think of a 'Hormone' as a 'Home-Owner' who sends messages to different rooms (organs) of the house (the body) to make sure everything is running correctly.
어원
Derived from the Greek word 'hormon', which means 'setting in motion' or 'to urge on'.
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
In many Western societies, 'hormones' are often colloquially invoked to explain the mood swings or behavioral changes associated with puberty, pregnancy, or menopause.
빠른 퀴즈
Insulin is a vital ________ produced by the pancreas to regulate blood sugar levels.
정답!
정답은: hormone
관련 어휘
관련 단어
unknown
A1A person or thing that is not known, recognized, or familiar. It often refers to a mysterious situation or a person who has not yet achieved fame or success.
of
A1A preposition used to show a relationship between a part and a whole, or to indicate belonging and origin. It connects a noun or pronoun to another part of the sentence to specify which one or what kind.
in
A1A preposition used to indicate position within a container, a space, an area, or a period of time. It describes being surrounded by something or being inside the boundaries of a location.
it
A1A third-person singular pronoun used to refer to an object, animal, or situation that has already been mentioned or is clear from context. It is also frequently used as a dummy subject to talk about time, weather, or distance.
on
A1A preposition used to indicate that something is in a position above and supported by a surface. It is also used to indicate a specific day or date, or to show that a device is functioning.
as
A1A conjunction used to compare two things that are equal in some way. It is most commonly used in the pattern 'as + adjective/adverb + as' to show similarity.
this
A1Used to identify a specific person, thing, or idea that is physically close to the speaker or has just been mentioned. It can also refer to the present time or a situation that is currently happening.
by
A1A preposition used to show the method or means of doing something, or to identify the person or thing that performs an action. It frequently appears in passive sentences to indicate the agent or before modes of transport.
we
A1The word 'we' is a first-person plural pronoun used to refer to the speaker and one or more other people collectively. It is used as the subject of a sentence or clause.
or
A1A coordinating conjunction used to connect two or more possibilities or alternatives. it indicates that only one of the options is likely, required, or true.
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