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Pronunciation of 'Homeostasis'

Homeostasis refers to the ability of an organism or system to maintain internal stability despite external changes. Pronounced as 'hoh-mee-oh-STAY-sis' in English.

Word Origin

The term 'homeostasis' originates from Greek, combining 'homeo-' (similar) and 'stasis' (standing still).

Pronunciation Details

English (United States)

hoʊ.mi.oʊˈsteɪ.sɪs/ˌhoʊ.mi.oʊˈsteɪ.sɪs/Slow

The process by which a living organism or system maintains a stable internal environment despite external changes.

Pronounced as 'hoh-mee-oh-STAY-sis', with stress on the third syllable. 'Hoh' as in 'home', 'mee' as in 'me', 'oh' as in 'oh', 'STAY' as in 'stay', and 'sis' as in 'sis'.