How to Pronounce "coloration"
word
ˌkəɫɝˈeɪʃən
kuh-LAY-shuhn
kˌʌləɹˈeɪʃən
kuh-luh-RAY-shuhn
Definition
Coloration is the natural colors or patterns of color on something, especially on animals, plants, or objects. It can also mean the process of coloring something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkəɫɝˈeɪʃən
British English
kˌʌləɹˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-LAY-shuhn
UK
kuh-luh-RAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
The butterfly's coloration helps it hide from birds.
Fish often use bright coloration to attract mates.
The flower's coloration makes it easy for bees to find.
Many desert animals have sandy coloration to blend in with their surroundings.