How to Pronounce "bassist"
word
ˈbeɪsɪst
BAY-sist
bˈeɪsɪst
bay-SIST
Definition
A bassist is a musician who plays the bass guitar or double bass, usually providing the low-pitched rhythm and harmony in a band.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbeɪsɪst
British English
bˈeɪsɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAY-sist
UK
bay-SIST
Listen in Context
The bassist plays the lowest notes in the band.
My brother wants to be a bassist in a rock group.
The jazz bassist played a solo.
The bassist really brought the songs to life with those funky rhythms.