How to Pronounce "bassoon"
word
bəˈsun
buh-SOON
bæsˈuːn
bas-OON
Definition
A bassoon is a large woodwind instrument with a deep sound, usually made of wood and played with a double reed.
IPA Transcription
American English
bəˈsun
British English
bæsˈuːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
buh-SOON
UK
bas-OON
Listen in Context
He plays the bassoon in the orchestra.
A bassoon is a type of woodwind instrument.
The bassoon has a deep, rich sound.
I've never seen someone play the bassoon live before.