How to Pronounce Apogee

To pronounce "apogee", say AP-og-ee — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.pə.dʒi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈæ.pə.dʒi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “apogee”

"apogee" has 3 syllables: ap-og-ee. It rhymes with free and devotee, if that helps it stick.

What does apogee mean?

noun

The point, in an orbit about the Earth, that is furthest from the Earth: the apoapsis of an Earth orbiter.
(more generally) The point, in an orbit about any planet, that is farthest from the planet: the apoapsis of any satellite.

Synonyms

acme climax culmination pinnacle zenith apoapsis apocenter apsis

Antonyms

periapsis perigee nadir

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Words that rhyme with apogee

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free devotee see key glee scree repartee sensuality syncope esprit weighty decree

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "apogee"?▾

"Apogee" has 3 syllables: ap · og · ee.

What is the IPA transcription of "apogee"?▾

The IPA transcription of "apogee" is /ˈæ.pə.dʒi/.

What does "apogee" mean?▾

Apogee: The point, in an orbit about the Earth, that is furthest from the Earth: the apoapsis of an Earth orbiter.

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