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“secretion” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajibunpitsu

Example

この細胞はホルモンを分泌します。ko no sai bō wa ho ru mo n o bun pitsu shi ma su

This cell secretes hormones.

Illustration for 分泌 (secretion)

How to say “secretion” in Japanese

“Secretion” in Japanese is 分泌 (bunpitsu).

Expresses the outward release of a substance made within a cell, tissue, or gland.

Full entry for 分泌: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 分泌

この薬は胃酸の分泌を抑えます。ko no kusuri wa i san no bun pitsu o osa e ma su

This medicine suppresses the secretion of gastric acid.

Tips for using 分泌

  • The pancreas illustrates 分泌 (bunpitsu) clearly because it releases hormones into the blood and digestive enzymes through ducts.

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