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UK/["/ˈplænɪt/"]/US/["/ˈplænɪt/"]/

Meaning of Planet

a large round object in space that moves around a star (such as the sun) and receives light from it

In simple words: A large round object in space that moves around a star.

Planet in a sentence

  • Earth is the third planet from the Sun.
  • Mars is known as the red planet due to its color.
  • Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.
  • Scientists are discovering new planets outside our solar system.
  • The Saturn planet is famous for its beautiful rings.
  • There is a theory that suggests the existence of a ninth planet beyond Pluto.
  • Astronomers use telescopes to study distant planets.

How to use Planet

Use 'planet' when talking about celestial bodies like Earth, Mars, etc. It's appropriate in scientific contexts, but can also be used in casual conversation about space.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'plan-it' — imagine planning a trip to another planet!

Related words

Collocations with Planet

Synonyms for Planet

Opposites of Planet

Common mistakes with Planet

  • Confused with 'planets' as a verb (to plan something).
  • Using 'planet' to refer to smaller objects, like moons.
  • Mispronouncing the word, emphasizing the second syllable instead of the first.

Compare Planet with World, Sphere, Globe

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Frequently asked questions about Planet

What does Planet mean?

A large round object in space that moves around a star.

What is the definition of Planet?

a large round object in space that moves around a star (such as the sun) and receives light from it

How do you use Planet in a sentence?

Earth is the third planet from the Sun.

Can you give another example of Planet?

Mars is known as the red planet due to its color.

What are synonyms for Planet?

Common alternatives include celestial body, world, sphere, orb, globe.

What is the opposite of Planet?

Opposite meanings include moon, star.

What words go with Planet?

It commonly pairs with distant, alien, unknown, be in orbit around, orbit, destroy, orbit, from a/​the planet, on a/​the planet, distant, alien, unknown, be in orbit around, orbit, destroy, orbit, from a/​the planet, on a/​the planet.

What are common mistakes when using Planet?

Confused with 'planets' as a verb (to plan something). Using 'planet' to refer to smaller objects, like moons. Mispronouncing the word, emphasizing the second syllable instead of the first.

How do you pronounce Planet?

US: /["/ˈplænɪt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈplænɪt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Planet?

Use 'planet' when talking about celestial bodies like Earth, Mars, etc. It's appropriate in scientific contexts, but can also be used in casual conversation about space.

What CEFR level is Planet?

"Planet" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.