How to Pronounce "striations"
word
straɪˈeɪʃənz
stry-AY-shunz
stɹaɪˈeɪʃənz
stry-AY-shunz
Definition
Striations are long, thin lines or grooves, usually found as a pattern on surfaces like rocks, muscles, or metal. They are often formed by natural processes, movement, or wear.
IPA Transcription
American English
straɪˈeɪʃənz
British English
stɹaɪˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
stry-AY-shunz
UK
stry-AY-shunz
Listen in Context
The rock had many striations on its surface.
Scientists studied the muscle striations.
The metal was marked by fine striations from the machine.
You can see clear striations when you cut fresh muscle tissue.