Cool MateMeaning of Suntan
A darkened skin color resulting from exposure to sunlight.
In simple words: A brown color on your skin from being in the sun.
Suntan in a sentence
- After spending a week at the beach, I developed a nice suntan.
- She applied sunscreen but still got a suntan.
- His suntan showed he had been working outdoors all summer.
- They took a vacation to the Caribbean to get a suntan.
- A little suntan can look good, but too much sun is harmful.
How to use Suntan
Used in everyday conversation about sun exposure; mostly informal. Not typically used in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
have + suntan
Memory hint
Think of 'sun' and 'tan' - getting a tan from the sun.
Related words
Collocations with Suntan
- deep suntan
- sunbathing for suntan
- seasonal suntan
Synonyms for Suntan
- bronzing
- tanning
- skin color
- darkening
Opposites of Suntan
- paleness
- whiteness
Common mistakes with Suntan
- Confused with 'sunburn', which is skin damage from too much sun.
- Using 'suntan' as a verb, when it's a noun.
- Saying 'got a suntan' instead of 'got sunburned' when skin is red.
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Frequently asked questions about Suntan
What does Suntan mean?
A brown color on your skin from being in the sun.
What is the definition of Suntan?
A darkened skin color resulting from exposure to sunlight.
How do you use Suntan in a sentence?
After spending a week at the beach, I developed a nice suntan.
Can you give another example of Suntan?
She applied sunscreen but still got a suntan.
What are synonyms for Suntan?
Common alternatives include bronzing, tanning, skin color, darkening.
What is the opposite of Suntan?
Opposite meanings include paleness, whiteness.
What words go with Suntan?
It commonly pairs with deep suntan, sunbathing for suntan, seasonal suntan.
What are common mistakes when using Suntan?
Confused with 'sunburn', which is skin damage from too much sun. Using 'suntan' as a verb, when it's a noun. Saying 'got a suntan' instead of 'got sunburned' when skin is red.
How do you pronounce Suntan?
US: //ˈsʌn.tæn//, UK: //ˈsʌn.tæn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Suntan?
Used in everyday conversation about sun exposure; mostly informal. Not typically used in formal writing.