bass
word
Definition
Bass can mean a type of fish, a very low sound or musical range, or a bass guitar. The pronunciation changes: the fish is said like “base,” while the musical word is said like “bass” in “class.”
Usage & Nuances
This is a classic pronunciation trap because one spelling has two pronunciations and unrelated meanings. Common patterns: 'sea bass' or 'largemouth bass' for the fish; 'bass voice,' 'bass line,' and 'bass guitar' for music. In audio, 'turn up the bass' means increase low frequencies.
Example Sentences
We ate grilled bass for dinner.
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I thought bass was easy until I tried to play a real bass line.
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Her brother plays bass in a band.
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This speaker has strong bass.
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Can you turn down the bass? The walls are shaking.
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He sings bass, so the low notes are easy for him.
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