How to Pronounce "nearest"
word
/ˈnɪɹəst/
NEER-ist
/nˈiəɹəst/
NEE-uh-rist
Definition
Closest in distance or position to someone or something. It can also mean the most closely related in time, meaning, or relationship in some contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnɪɹəst/
British English
/nˈiəɹəst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NEER-ist
UK
NEE-uh-rist
Listen in Context
Where is the nearest bus stop?
This is the nearest shop to my house.
Which chair is nearest to the door?
Let’s pull over at the nearest gas station and ask for directions.