To pronounce "basic", say BAS-ic — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbeɪsɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈbeɪsɪk/
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"basic" has 2 syllables: bas-ic. It rhymes with caseic and diabasic, if that helps it stick.
noun
“Rice is a basic for many Asian villagers.”
“Arithmetic is a basic for the study of mathematics.”
adjective
“Flour is a basic ingredient of bread.”
“The Hotel Sparta’s accommodation is very basic.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Basic" has 2 syllables: bas · ic.
The IPA transcription of "basic" is /ˈbeɪsɪk/.
Basic: A necessary commodity, a staple requirement.
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