How to Pronounce "pilot"
word
/ˈpaɪɫət/
PY-luht
/pˈaɪlət/
PY-luht
Definition
A pilot is a person who flies an aircraft such as a plane or helicopter. It can also mean a test version of something, especially the first episode made to see if a TV series should continue.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpaɪɫət/
British English
/pˈaɪlət/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PY-luht
UK
PY-luht
Listen in Context
My sister wants to be a pilot.
The pilot spoke to the passengers before takeoff.
We watched the pilot of the new show last night.
If I weren't so afraid of heights, I'd train to be a pilot.