How to Pronounce "basalt"
word
bəˈsɔɫt
buh-SAULT
bˈæsɒlt
ba-SOLT
Definition
Basalt is a dark, fine-grained volcanic rock that forms from cooled lava and is commonly found in the Earth's crust.
IPA Transcription
American English
bəˈsɔɫt
British English
bˈæsɒlt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
buh-SAULT
UK
ba-SOLT
Listen in Context
Basalt is a common volcanic rock.
Many roads are built with basalt.
The island's cliffs are made of basalt.
You can see columns of basalt at the famous Giant's Causeway in Ireland.