How to Pronounce Happiest

To pronounce "happiest", say HAPP-iest — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhæpiɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈhæpiɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “happiest”

"happiest" has 2 syllables: happ-iest. It rhymes with snappiest and scrappiest, if that helps it stick.

What does happiest mean?

adjective

  1. Having a feeling arising from a consciousness of well-being or of enjoyment; enjoying good of any kind, such as comfort, peace, or tranquillity; blissful, contented, joyous.

    “Music makes me feel happy.”

  2. Experiencing the effect of favourable fortune; favored by fortune or luck; fortunate, lucky, propitious.

Synonyms

cheerfulcontentdelightedelatedexultantgladjoyfuljubilant

Antonyms

inappropriateinaptunfelicitousdisenchanteddissatisfiedblue

Words that rhyme with happiest

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snappiestscrappiestsappiestgappiestcrappiest

Related words

beaubeautifulbestbiggestbrightercoolestcutestfinest

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "happiest"?▾

"Happiest" has 2 syllables: happ · iest.

What is the IPA transcription of "happiest"?▾

The IPA transcription of "happiest" is /ˈhæpiɪst/.

What does "happiest" mean?▾

Happiest: Having a feeling arising from a consciousness of well-being or of enjoyment; enjoying good of any kind, such as comfort, peace, or tranquillity; blissful, contented, joyous.

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