How to pronounce basal
Say it like BAY-sul. Basal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAY).
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- BAY
- sul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Basal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- sulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of basal
American and British speakers say basal in essentially the same way: /ˈbeɪsəl/ in the US and /ˈbeɪsəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: BAY-sul.
What does basal mean?
- Basic, elementary; relating to, or forming, the base, or point of origin.“This is the basal idea.”
- Associated with the base of an organism or structure.“In the spring, basal leaves emerge from a stout taproot.”
- Of a minimal level that is necessary for maintaining the health or life of an organism.“a basal diet”
- base, bottom, minimum
- Any basal structure or part
Where does basal come from?
From base + -al.
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Questions about saying basal
How do you pronounce basal?
Say BAY-sul. The American pronunciation is /ˈbeɪsəl/. In British English it is /ˈbeɪsəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in basal?
Basal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAY). Broken into parts: BAY · sul.
Do Americans and Brits say basal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbeɪsəl/ and the British form is /ˈbeɪsəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.