How to Pronounce "paramount"
word
/ˈpɛɹəˌmaʊnt/
PAIR-uh-mownt
/pˈæɹəmˌaʊnt/
PA-ruh-mownt
Definition
More important than anything else; having the highest priority or authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɛɹəˌmaʊnt/
British English
/pˈæɹəmˌaʊnt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-uh-mownt
UK
PA-ruh-mownt
Listen in Context
Safety is paramount in this laboratory.
Good communication is paramount for teamwork.
Customer satisfaction is paramount to our company.
For parents, their children's well-being is always paramount.