How to Pronounce "basso"
word
ˈbæsoʊ
BAS-soh
bˈæsəʊ
BAS-soh
Definition
'Basso' is a musical term for the lowest male singing voice or for an instrument that plays low notes, especially in classical music and opera.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæsoʊ
British English
bˈæsəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAS-soh
UK
BAS-soh
Listen in Context
The opera features a powerful basso singer in the main role.
A basso usually sings the lowest notes in a choir.
The composer wrote a solo for basso at the end of the piece.
He's known as a true basso—his voice really fills the theater.