How to Pronounce "kasbah"
word
ˈkæzˌbɑ
KAZ-bah
ˈkæzbɑː
KAZ-bah
Definition
A kasbah is a fortress or old walled area in a North African city, often used as a stronghold or the main area of protection.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæzˌbɑ
British English
ˈkæzbɑː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAZ-bah
UK
KAZ-bah
Listen in Context
The city has a famous kasbah that tourists visit.
We walked through the narrow streets of the kasbah.
The kasbah was once used to protect the people from attacks.
Have you ever gotten lost inside a huge kasbah?