how to pronounce solstice

/ˈsɔːlstɪs/

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solstice is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of solstice in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

“… uh have a good winter solstice whatever …”

meanings of solstice

noun:

One of the two points in the ecliptic at which the sun is furthest from the celestial equator. This corresponds to one of two days in the year when the day is either longest or shortest.

solstice frequency in english - C2 level of CEFR

the word solstice occurs in english on average 2.9 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2 level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.