How to Pronounce "plumage"
word
ˈpɫumədʒ/, /ˈpɫumɪdʒ
PLOO-mij
plˈuːmɪdʒ
pl-OO-mij
Definition
The feathers covering the body of a bird, often used to describe their color and appearance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫumədʒ/, /ˈpɫumɪdʒ
British English
plˈuːmɪdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLOO-mij
UK
pl-OO-mij
Listen in Context
The parrot's plumage is very colorful.
Owls usually have soft plumage.
The peacock shows its plumage to attract a mate.
The bird's bright red plumage stood out in the green trees.