How to Pronounce "asteroid"
word
/ˈæstɝˌɔɪd/
AS-ter-oyd
/ˈɑːstəɹˌɔɪd/
AH-stuh-oyd
Definition
A small rocky object that orbits the Sun, usually found between Mars and Jupiter. Asteroids are much smaller than planets.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæstɝˌɔɪd/
British English
/ˈɑːstəɹˌɔɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AS-ter-oyd
UK
AH-stuh-oyd
Listen in Context
An asteroid orbits the Sun.
The asteroid belt is between Mars and Jupiter.
Scientists study asteroids to learn about space.
Did you hear about that huge asteroid that passed by Earth last night?