Max Meaning in English
word
/ˈmæks/
maks
/mæks/
maks
Definition
'Max' is an informal way to say 'maximum,' meaning the highest amount, level, or number possible.
Usage & Nuances
'Max' is very informal and commonly used in spoken English or casual writing. Typical phrases: 'to the max', 'hit your max', or 'max out' (to reach the limit). Never use 'max' in formal writing; use 'maximum' instead.
Spanish: máximoPortuguese (BR): máximoPortuguese (PT): máximoChinese (Simplified): 最大值 - 极限 (非正式)Chinese (Traditional): 最大值 - 極限 (非正式)Hindi: अधिकतम - मैक्स (अनौपचारिक)Arabic: أقصى حد (غير رسمي) - ماكسBengali: সর্বাধিক - সর্বোচ্চ (অনানুষ্ঠানিক)Russian: максимум (разг.)Japanese: マックスVietnamese: tối đa (thân mật)Korean: 맥스Turkish: maks (gayriresmî)Urdu: میکس (غیر رسمی)Indonesian: maks (tidak resmi)
Example Sentences
She lifted the max weight at the gym today.
basic
Set the volume to the max.
basic
This machine can hold a max of five liters.
basic
Just push yourself to the max and see what happens.
natural
Sorry, the card is at its max—you can’t charge more.
natural
Turn the AC up to the max—it’s so hot in here!
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