das Gonadoliberin
Translation
gonadoliberin, gonadotropin-releasing hormone, GnRH
Examples
Gonadoliberin reguliert die Fortpflanzung.
Gonadoliberin regulates reproduction.
Der Hypothalamus produziert Gonadoliberin.
The hypothalamus produces gonadoliberin.
Grammar Patterns
((das Gonadoliberin)) used as a subject or object Gonadoliberin is a hormone.
Similar Words
Luteinisierendes Hormon (LH), Follikelstimulierendes Hormon (FSH)
Etymology
From 'Gonade' (gonad) + Latin 'liberare' (to free) + '-in' (substance suffix). It 'liberates' gonadotropins.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the hormone that makes the 'gonads' 'liberal' or free to act.