How to pronounce basti
Say it like BUHS-tee. Basti has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHS).
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- BUHS
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Basti pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of basti
American and British speakers say basti in essentially the same way: /ˈbʌsti/ in the US and /ˈbʌsti/ in the UK.
British respelling: BUHS-tee.
What does basti mean?
- A slum.
Words that rhyme with basti
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of basti.
Words that sound like basti
Questions about saying basti
How do you pronounce basti?
Say BUHS-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈbʌsti/. In British English it is /ˈbʌsti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in basti?
Basti has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHS). Broken into parts: BUHS · tee.
Do Americans and Brits say basti the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbʌsti/ and the British form is /ˈbʌsti/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as basti?
Basti sounds the same as busty in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.