English–French

“orbit” in French

French

Alsograviter

Pronunciation

IPA/ɔʁbit/

Example

L'orbite de la Terre est presque circulaire.

The Earth's orbit is almost circular.

Illustration for orbite (orbit)

How to say “orbit” in French

“Orbit” in French is orbite.

A ring-shaped path or hollow arranged around a central object.

Full entry for orbite: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with orbite

Le médecin a examiné l'orbite.

The doctor examined the eye socket.

Tips for using orbite

  • Orbite is feminine, so standard forms include une orbite and l'orbite, with elision before the vowel.

Other French words for “orbit”

La Terre gravite autour du Soleil.

The Earth orbits the Sun.

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