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How to pronounce 'base' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "base" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "base"

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Simple pronunciation
bays
IPA transcription
/beɪs/
Word frequency
963rd

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What does "base" mean?

  1. 1.the bottom of something
  2. 2.the main part of something from which other parts can develop
  3. 3.a center of operations

Examples of "base" in a sentence

  • The army set up a base at the edge of town.
  • The argument was based on faulty logic.
  • Her criticism was based on inaccurate information.

How common is "base"?

Base is the 963rd most common word in English.

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