How to Pronounce "darkest"
word
/ˈdɑɹkəst/
DAR-kuhst
/dˈɑːkəst/
DAH-kuhst
Definition
"Darkest" is the superlative form of "dark," meaning the most lacking in light; it can describe the least bright time, place, or color, or the most negative or difficult situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɑɹkəst/
British English
/dˈɑːkəst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DAR-kuhst
UK
DAH-kuhst
Listen in Context
This is the darkest room in the house.
December is the darkest month of the year.
He wore the darkest blue jacket I have ever seen.
It was the darkest night, with not a star in the sky.