How to Pronounce "orbit"
word
/ˈɔɹbət/
OR-bit
/ˈɔːbɪt/
AW-bit
Definition
The curved path that an object, such as a planet or satellite, follows as it moves around another object in space. 'Orbit' can also be used as a verb meaning to move around something in a circular or elliptical path.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɔɹbət/
British English
/ˈɔːbɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OR-bit
UK
AW-bit
Listen in Context
The Earth moves in an orbit around the sun.
Satellites orbit the planet to collect data.
The moon stays in its orbit because of gravity.
After the launch, the rocket quickly entered orbit.