How to Pronounce "maximum"
word
/ˈmæksəməm/
MAK-suh-muhm
/mˈæksɪməm/
MAK-si-muhm
Definition
The greatest amount, number, level, or limit that is possible or allowed. It can be used as a noun, adjective, or adverb in some contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmæksəməm/
British English
/mˈæksɪməm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAK-suh-muhm
UK
MAK-si-muhm
Listen in Context
The bus can carry a maximum of fifty people.
Please write no more than the maximum number of words.
This room is at its maximum capacity.
We should keep the budget at maximum efficiency and minimum waste.