Zodiac Meaning in English

word

US

ˈzoʊdiˌæk

ZOH-dee-ak

UK

zˈəʊdɪˌæk

ZUH-dee-ak

Definition

The zodiac is an imaginary belt in the sky divided into twelve signs, each linked with certain dates, symbols, and personality traits in astrology.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in astrology. Always 'the zodiac' or as 'zodiac sign.' Rare in science. Collocates with words like 'sign,' 'astrology,' and 'chart.' Not to be confused with 'zodiac' in reference to Chinese zodiac animals.

• Spanish: zodíaco
• Portuguese (BR): zodíaco
• Portuguese (PT): zodíaco
• Chinese (Simplified): 黄道十二宫 - 十二星座
• Chinese (Traditional): 黃道十二宮 - 十二星座
• Hindi: राशि चक्र
• Arabic: الأبراج
• Bengali: রাশিচক্র
• Russian: зодиак
• Japanese: 黄道帯 - ゾディアック（占星術）
• Vietnamese: cung hoàng đạo
• Korean: 황도대 - 별자리(점성술)
• Turkish: zodyak - burçlar kuşağı
• Urdu: برج حمل (علم نجوم میں)
• Indonesian: cung hoàng đạo

Example Sentences

My zodiac sign is Leo.

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The zodiac has twelve signs.

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People use the zodiac to learn about personalities.

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Do you know much about the zodiac, or do you think it's just for fun?

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Some people check their zodiac signs every day for horoscopes.

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My mom loves talking about the zodiac at family dinners.

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