How to Pronounce "in orbit"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɔɹbət
in OR-bit
ˈɪn/ /ˈɔːbɪt
in AW-bit
Definition
When something is moving around a planet, star, or other body in space, following a curved path because of gravity. It can also be used figuratively for something constantly circling or involved with something else.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɔɹbət
British English
ˈɪn/ /ˈɔːbɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in OR-bit
UK
in AW-bit
Listen in Context
The satellite is in orbit around the Earth.
The moon stays in orbit because of Earth's gravity.
There are many objects in orbit around the Sun.
After years of planning, their spacecraft is finally in orbit.