How to Pronounce "closest"
word
/ˈkɫoʊsəst/
KLOH-sist
/klˈəʊsəst/
KLOH-sist
Definition
The superlative form of 'close', meaning at the shortest distance in space, time, or similarity. It can also describe the strongest personal relationship among a group.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɫoʊsəst/
British English
/klˈəʊsəst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLOH-sist
UK
KLOH-sist
Listen in Context
The closest bus stop is across the street.
This is the closest answer to the truth.
She is my closest friend at school.
Which gas station is the closest from here?