How to Pronounce "optimal"
word
ˈɑptəməɫ
AHP-tuh-muhl
ˈɒptɪməl
OP-ti-muhl
Definition
The best or most effective possible in a particular situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑptəməɫ
British English
ˈɒptɪməl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHP-tuh-muhl
UK
OP-ti-muhl
Listen in Context
Eating vegetables every day is optimal for your health.
This hotel is in an optimal location for tourists.
The doctor said eight hours of sleep is optimal.
We need to find the optimal solution to cut costs without losing quality.