ホルモン

noun (common) (futsuumeishi); nouns which may take the genitive case particle 'no'

hormonefrom German "Hormon"

This refers to the biochemical substances that are produced by glands in the body to regulate various functions and processes, such as growth and metabolism.

Testosterone is an important hormone in the male body.

cows' or pigs' offal (entrails)from 放る物Kansai-ben dialectsee also 放物焼き

This meaning refers to the edible internal organs of cows or pigs, often used in various cuisines.

You can eat grilled offal at a yakiniku restaurant.

Example sentences4 results

Female hormone imbalance is a major cause of infertility.

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It has been shown that there is a relation between various neurotransmitters and hormones and aggressive behavior.

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