How to Pronounce Bastion

To pronounce "bastion", say BAST-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbæsti.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbæsti.ən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bastion”

"bastion" has 2 syllables: bast-ion. It rhymes with bastian and sebastian, if that helps it stick.

What does bastion mean?

noun

  1. A projecting part of a rampart or other fortification.
  2. A well-fortified position; a stronghold or citadel.

verb

  1. To furnish with a bastion.

Words that rhyme with bastion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bastiansebastian

Related words

citadelfortressstrongholdcastlebulwarkrampartpillaroutpost

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bastion"?▾

"Bastion" has 2 syllables: bast · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "bastion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bastion" is /ˈbæsti.ən/.

What does "bastion" mean?▾

Bastion: A projecting part of a rampart or other fortification.

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