How to pronounce "almost"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "almost"

Learn how to break down "almost" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ɔːl.ˈməʊst/
/ˈɑl.moʊst/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

AO1 L M OW2 S T
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

Spelling Benefits:

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Definition of "almost"

Pronunciation: /ɔːl.ˈməʊst/

Noun

  • Something or someone that doesn't quite make it.
    Example: "In all the submissions, they found four papers that were clearly worth publishing and another dozen almosts."

Adverb

  • Very close to, not quite.
    Example: "Almost all people went there. - Not all but very close to it."

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Words That Sound Like "almost"

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