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Aphelion
ay-FEE-lee-on
/æˈfiːliən/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Aphelion
Dictionary meaning
The point in a planet's orbit when it is farthest from the sun.
Examples
- Earth is at aphelion in early July, at its maximum distance from the sun.
Common mispronunciations
ap-HEE-lee-on
Pronunciation tips
Four syllables. Stress on second syllable. The 'ph' sounds like 'f'.
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