How to Pronounce Wastebasket

To pronounce "wastebasket", say WAST-eb-ask-et — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

WAST-eb-ask-et

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💡 Tip for remembering “wastebasket”

"wastebasket" has 4 syllables: wast-eb-ask-et. It rhymes with casket and basket, if that helps it stick.

What does wastebasket mean?

noun

  1. A usually small indoor receptacle for items that are to be discarded; a rubbish bin.

verb

  1. To discard in a wastebasket.

Words that rhyme with wastebasket

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

casketbasketbreadbasketgasket

Related words

dustbinhamperdumpsterbasketbinpail

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wastebasket"?▾

"Wastebasket" has 4 syllables: wast · eb · ask · et.

What does "wastebasket" mean?▾

Wastebasket: A usually small indoor receptacle for items that are to be discarded; a rubbish bin.

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