How to Pronounce Basted

To pronounce "basted", say BAST-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbeɪstɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbeɪstɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “basted”

"basted" has 2 syllables: bast-ed. It rhymes with wasted and lambasted, if that helps it stick.

What does basted mean?

verb

  1. To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric.

verb

  1. To sprinkle flour and salt and drip butter or fat on, as on meat in roasting.
  2. (by extension) To coat over something.

verb

  1. To beat with a stick; to cudgel.

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Words that rhyme with basted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wastedlambastedpastedtastedwaistedhastedplaisted

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "basted"?▾

"Basted" has 2 syllables: bast · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "basted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "basted" is /ˈbeɪstɪd/.

What does "basted" mean?▾

Basted: To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric.

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