How to Pronounce Utmost

To pronounce "utmost", say UTM-ost — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʌt.məʊ̯st/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈʌt.məʊ̯st/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “utmost”

"utmost" has 2 syllables: utm-ost. It rhymes with host and engrossed, if that helps it stick.

What does utmost mean?

noun

  1. Maximum; greatest possible amount or quantity.

adjective

  1. Situated at the most distant limit; farthest.

    “the utmost limits of the land;  the utmost extent of human knowledge”

  2. The most extreme; ultimate; greatest.

    “the utmost assiduity;  the utmost harmony;  the utmost misery or happiness”

Words that rhyme with utmost

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

hostengrossedripostepostboastoutposttoastcoastalmostuppermostinnermostfrowst

Related words

extremefurthestuttermostfarthestfarlastmaximumhigh

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "utmost"?▾

"Utmost" has 2 syllables: utm · ost.

What is the IPA transcription of "utmost"?▾

The IPA transcription of "utmost" is /ˈʌt.məʊ̯st/.

What does "utmost" mean?▾

Utmost: Maximum; greatest possible amount or quantity.

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