How to Pronounce "climax"
word
/ˈkɫaɪˌmæks/
KLY-maks
/klˈaɪmæks/
KLY-maks
Definition
The climax is the most exciting or important moment in a story or event; it can also refer to the peak moment in any situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɫaɪˌmæks/
British English
/klˈaɪmæks/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLY-maks
UK
KLY-maks
Listen in Context
The story reached its climax when the hero faced the villain.
The climax of the movie was very exciting.
Everyone cheered at the climax of the performance.
We waited two hours, but the race’s climax was totally worth it.