How to Pronounce "electroplating"
word
ˌɪˈɫɛktɹəˌpɫeɪtɪŋ
ih-LEK-truh-PLAY-ting
ɪlˌɛktɹəʊplˈeɪtɪŋ
ih-LEK-truh-oh-PLAY-ting
Definition
Electroplating is a process where a thin layer of metal is added onto the surface of another material using electricity. It is often used to protect objects from rust or to make them look shiny and attractive.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪˈɫɛktɹəˌpɫeɪtɪŋ
British English
ɪlˌɛktɹəʊplˈeɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-LEK-truh-PLAY-ting
UK
ih-LEK-truh-oh-PLAY-ting
Listen in Context
Electroplating is used to make jewelry shiny.
The factory uses electroplating to protect metal tools from rust.
Electroplating can add a layer of gold to a ring.
High-quality cutlery often goes through electroplating to last longer.