How to Pronounce Most

To pronounce "most", say MOST — one syllable, IPA /ˈməʊst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈməʊst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “most”

"most" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with morose and close, if that helps it stick.

What does most mean?

noun

  1. The greatest amount.

    “The most I can offer for the house is $150,000.”

  2. The greater part.

    “Most of the penguins were friendly and curious.”

adverb

  1. Forms the superlative of many adjectives.

    “Correctness is most important.”

  2. To a great extent or degree; highly; very.

    “This is a most unusual specimen.”

pronoun

  1. The greater part of a group, especially a group of people.

    “Most want the best for their children.”

Synonyms

majority

Antonyms

least

Words that rhyme with most

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moroseclosehostgrandioseengrossedbellicoseripostepostboastutmostgrossengross

Related words

virtuallyaboutnearlyalmostwell-nighnighnear

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "most"?▾

"Most" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "most"?▾

The IPA transcription of "most" is /ˈməʊst/.

What does "most" mean?▾

Most: The greatest amount.

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