ADJECTIVE
optimal/ɔptiˈmaːl/optimal; best possible; most favorable
optimal is a German adjective that means optimal, best possible, or most favorable. It is pronounced /ɔptiˈmaːl/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "optimaler" and "optimalsten".
Definitions
1.as good or effective as possible; best possible(quality)
a.describes something that could not be better; ideal for the purpose
Für diese Aufgabe ist dieses Verfahren optimal geeignet.—For this task, this method is optimally suited.
b.reaching the highest degree of efficiency or quality
Die Bedingungen sind heute optimal zum Schwimmen.—The conditions are optimal for swimming today.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | optimal |
|---|---|
| Comparative | optimaler |
| Superlative | optimalsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "optimal" mean in English?
- "optimal" means optimal, best possible, or most favorable. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "optimal"?
- "optimal" is pronounced /ɔptiˈmaːl/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "optimal"?
- The comparative of "optimal" is "optimaler" and the superlative is "optimalsten".
- What part of speech is "optimal"?
- "optimal" is a adjective in German.
