Phonetic Breakdown of "zodiac"
Learn how to break down "zodiac" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.
Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:
/ˈzəʊ.dɪ.æk/
/ˈzoʊ.dɪ.æk/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries
IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:
Z OW1 D IY0 AE2 K
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Definition of "zodiac"
Pronunciation: /ˈzəʊ.dɪ.æk/
Noun
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The belt-like region of the celestial sphere approximately eight degrees north and south of the ecliptic which include the apparent path of the sun, moon, and visible planets.
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The twelve equal divisions of the zodiacal region into signs or houses, each named for a prominent constellation in the region.
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The ecliptic: the belt-like region of the celestial sphere corresponding to the apparent path of the sun over the course of a year.
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Any of various astrological systems considered similar to the above.
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A circle decorated with the signs of the zodiac.