How to Pronounce "backspin"
word
ˈbækspɪn
BAK-spin
bˈækspɪn
BAK-spin
Definition
Backspin is a spinning motion applied to a ball (especially in sports like tennis, golf, or table tennis) that makes it rotate backward as it moves forward, causing it to slow down or bounce in a specific way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbækspɪn
British English
bˈækspɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAK-spin
UK
BAK-spin
Listen in Context
The tennis player added backspin to the ball.
You can use backspin in table tennis to control the speed.
The golf ball stopped quickly because of the backspin.
If you don't put enough backspin on the shot, the ball will keep rolling.