How to Pronounce Orbital

To pronounce "orbital", say ORB-it-al — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

ORB-it-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “orbital”

"orbital" has 3 syllables: orb-it-al. It rhymes with sorbitol, if that helps it stick.

What does orbital mean?

noun

  1. A specification of the energy and probability density of an electron at any point in an atom or molecule.
  2. An orbital motorway.

adjective

  1. Of or relating to an orbit.
  2. Of or relating to the eye socket (eyehole).

Words that rhyme with orbital

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sorbitol

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "orbital"?▾

"Orbital" has 3 syllables: orb · it · al.

What does "orbital" mean?▾

Orbital: A specification of the energy and probability density of an electron at any point in an atom or molecule.

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