How to Pronounce "merest"
word
ˈmɛɹəst
MER-uhst
mˈiəɹəst
MEER-uhst
Definition
Used to emphasize how small, simple, or unimportant something is; often means the smallest or slightest possible amount.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛɹəst
British English
mˈiəɹəst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MER-uhst
UK
MEER-uhst
Listen in Context
The merest sound woke the baby.
She smiled at the merest suggestion of a compliment.
Even the merest touch can hurt a sunburn.
He turned pale at the merest mention of spiders.