How to Pronounce Basin

To pronounce "basin", say BAS-in — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbeɪsɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈbeɪsɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “basin”

"basin" has 2 syllables: bas-in. It rhymes with caisson and chasten, if that helps it stick.

What does basin mean?

noun

  1. A wide bowl for washing, sometimes affixed to a wall
  2. A shallow bowl used for a single serving of a drink or liquidy food

verb

  1. To create a concavity or depression in.
  2. To serve as or become a basin.

Synonyms

sink

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Words that rhyme with basin

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

caissonchastenmasonwashbasincapsaicinchasengrandmaison

Related words

troughbowlwashbasinbucketpailtoiletbasketcauldron

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "basin"?▾

"Basin" has 2 syllables: bas · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "basin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "basin" is /ˈbeɪsɪn/.

What does "basin" mean?▾

Basin: A wide bowl for washing, sometimes affixed to a wall

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