How to Pronounce "longitude"
word
ˈɫɑndʒəˌtud
LAHN-juh-tood
lˈɒndʒɪtjˌuːd
LON-jih-tyood
Definition
Longitude is the distance east or west of the prime meridian, measured in degrees, used to describe a location on Earth's surface.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɑndʒəˌtud
British English
lˈɒndʒɪtjˌuːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAHN-juh-tood
UK
LON-jih-tyood
Listen in Context
The city is located at 30 degrees longitude.
Maps usually show both latitude and longitude.
Sailors use longitude to find their position at sea.
Can you check the longitude on your GPS so we know where we are?