How to pronounce most

Say it like this: /ˈmoʊst/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈmoʊst/

What does most mean?

advForms the superlative of many adjectives.

“Correctness is most important.”

With a superlative adjective ending in -est.

“the most tallest building in the world”

To a great extent or degree; highly; very.

“This is a most unusual specimen.”

adjThe greatest; the best.

pronThe greater part of a group, especially a group of people.

“Most want the best for their children.”

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