English Expression · Intermediate
level best
The very best that one can do
Pronunciation: /ˌlɛvl̩ ˈbɛst/
Meaning
The very best that one can do.
Example
Then came a pause, each man aiming his level best, as indeed one is likely to do when one knows that life itself depends upon the shot.
Then came a pause, each man aiming his level best, as indeed one is likely to do when one knows that life itself depends upon the shot.
Practice tips
- Practice level best out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.