How to Pronounce "molting"
word
ˈmoʊɫtɪŋ
MOHL-ting
ˈməʊltɪŋ
MOHL-ting
Definition
Molting is when an animal loses its old skin, feathers, or shell so that new ones can grow. It is common in birds, insects, reptiles, and some other animals.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmoʊɫtɪŋ
British English
ˈməʊltɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOHL-ting
UK
MOHL-ting
Listen in Context
The snake is molting its old skin.
Many birds start molting in the summer.
During molting, the crab hides from predators.
After molting, the butterfly’s new wings are still soft.