How to Pronounce "cockpit"
word
/ˈkɑkˌpɪt/
KAHK-pit
/kˈɒkpɪt/
KOK-pit
Definition
The area at the front of an aircraft where the pilot sits and controls the plane. It can also refer to the control area of some boats, cars, or spacecraft.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑkˌpɪt/
British English
/kˈɒkpɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHK-pit
UK
KOK-pit
Listen in Context
The pilot sat in the cockpit and started the engine.
The cockpit is full of buttons and screens.
Visitors cannot enter the cockpit during a flight.
She dreams of one day sitting in the cockpit of a space shuttle.