How to Pronounce "tallest"
word
ˈtɔɫɪst
TAW-list
tˈɔːləst
TAW-luhst
Definition
'Tallest' is the superlative form of 'tall', meaning the most tall compared to all others in a group. It describes the one person or thing that is higher in height than any others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɔɫɪst
British English
tˈɔːləst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAW-list
UK
TAW-luhst
Listen in Context
He is the tallest boy in the class.
This is the tallest building in the city.
Giraffes are the tallest animals on land.
I thought Mike was tall, but his brother is the tallest in their family.