discoloration
word
Definition
Discoloration is a change in the original color of something, often seen as unwanted spots, stains, or fading on surfaces or materials.
Usage & Nuances
Discoloration is mostly used in scientific, medical, or cleaning contexts. Common collocations: 'skin discoloration', 'teeth discoloration', 'fabric discoloration'. It usually refers to unwanted changes, so it's often negative.
Spanish: decoloración - mancha (cambio de color)Portuguese (BR): descoloração - mancha (mudança de cor)Portuguese (PT): descoloração - mancha (mudança de cor)Chinese (Simplified): 变色 - 褪色Chinese (Traditional): 變色 - 褪色Hindi: रंग का बदलना - बेदाग़ीArabic: تغير اللون - بهتان اللون
Example Sentences
There is discoloration on my white shirt.
basic
Sunlight can cause discoloration of fabrics.
basic
Doctors checked the skin discoloration.
basic
That coffee stain left a strange discoloration on the table.
natural
I've noticed some discoloration around the bathroom tiles lately.
natural
Using bleach can sometimes lead to discoloration instead of cleaning.
natural