How to pronounce debase
Say it like duh-BAYS. Debase has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAYS).
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- duh
- BAYS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Debase pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BAYSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of debase
American and British speakers say debase in essentially the same way: /dəˈbeɪs/ in the US and /dɪˈbeɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: dih-BAYS.
What does debase mean?
- To lower in character, quality, or value; to degrade.
- To lower the value of (a currency) by reducing the amount of valuable metal in the coins.
Where does debase come from?
From de- + base, from Old French bas, from Latin bassus.
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Words that rhyme with debase
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Questions about saying debase
How do you pronounce debase?
Say duh-BAYS. The American pronunciation is /dəˈbeɪs/. In British English it is /dɪˈbeɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in debase?
Debase has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAYS). Broken into parts: duh · BAYS.
Do Americans and Brits say debase the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dəˈbeɪs/ and the British form is /dɪˈbeɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.