How to Pronounce "corrosion"
word
kɝˈoʊʒən
ker-OH-zhuhn
kəɹˈəʊʒən
kuh-ROH-zhuhn
Definition
Corrosion is the gradual destruction or damage of metal or other materials because of a chemical reaction, usually with air or water.
IPA Transcription
American English
kɝˈoʊʒən
British English
kəɹˈəʊʒən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ker-OH-zhuhn
UK
kuh-ROH-zhuhn
Listen in Context
The steel bridge shows signs of corrosion.
Paint helps protect metal from corrosion.
Corrosion happens faster in salty environments.
The old pipes were replaced because of severe corrosion.