How to pronounce Basel
Say it like BAH-zul. Basel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAH).
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US American/ˈbɑzəl/BAH-zul
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- BAH
- zul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Basel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- zulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does Basel mean?
proper noun
- The capital city of Basel-Stadt canton, Switzerland.
Words that rhyme with Basel
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Questions about saying Basel
How do you pronounce Basel?
Say BAH-zul. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɑzəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Basel?
Basel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAH). Broken into parts: BAH · zul.