How to Pronounce Basses

To pronounce "basses", say BASS-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

BASS-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “basses”

"basses" has 2 syllables: bass-es. It rhymes with molasses and eyeglasses, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: bases — easy to mix up when writing.

What does basses mean?

noun

  1. A low spectrum of sound tones.

    “Peter adjusted the equalizer on his audio equipment to emphasize the bass.”

  2. A section of musical group that produces low-pitched sound, lower than the baritone and tenor.

    “The conductor preferred to situate the bass in the middle rear, rather than to one side of the orchestra.”

noun

  1. The perch; any of various marine and freshwater fish resembling the perch, all within the order of Perciformes.

noun

  1. The fibrous inner bark of the linden or lime tree, used for making mats.
  2. Fibers from other plants, especially palm trees

Synonyms

F clefbasso

Words that rhyme with basses

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

molasseseyeglassesmassesshowcasessurpassesfascesglassesraceschasesembracesbasesclasses

Related words

bassodeeplow-pitchedlowshoalsunfigured

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "basses"?▾

"Basses" has 2 syllables: bass · es.

What does "basses" mean?▾

Basses: A low spectrum of sound tones.

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