How to Pronounce Optimal

To pronounce "optimal", say OPT-im-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɒptɪməl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈɒptɪməl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “optimal”

"optimal" has 3 syllables: opt-im-al.

What does optimal mean?

noun

  1. The best of its kind

adjective

  1. The best, most favourable or desirable, especially under some restriction.

    “Finding the optimal balance between features and price is a common problem.”

  2. Describing a search algorithm that always returns the best result.

Synonyms

bestidealoptimum

Related words

optimumbestidealbetteroutstandingmaximalsuperiormaximum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "optimal"?▾

"Optimal" has 3 syllables: opt · im · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "optimal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "optimal" is /ˈɒptɪməl/.

What does "optimal" mean?▾

Optimal: The best of its kind

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