How to Pronounce "robot"
word
/ˈɹoʊˌbɑt/
ROH-baht
/ɹˈəʊbɒt/
ROH-bot
Definition
A robot is a machine that can do tasks automatically, often by following instructions from a computer or program. Some robots look like humans, but many are simply mechanical devices used in homes, factories, hospitals, or other places.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹoʊˌbɑt/
British English
/ɹˈəʊbɒt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROH-baht
UK
ROH-bot
Listen in Context
The robot cleans the floor every day.
They built a small robot for the science fair.
This factory uses a robot to move boxes.
My kids are obsessed with that little robot toy.