basalt

How to Split "basalt" into Syllables

The word basalt is divided into 2 syllables: ba·salt. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• ba — 1st syllable
• salt — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of basalt:

• IPA: /ˈbæs.ɒlt/

📖 Definitions

1. basalt (countable and uncountable, plural basalts)
2. IPA(key): (Balearic) [bəˈzalt]

📚 Word Origin & History

From Late Latin basaltes, a misspelling of Latin basanites, from Ancient Greek βασανίτης (basanítēs), from βάσανος (básanos, “touchstone”), from Egyptian bḫn (“a hard stone”), From Late Latin basaltes. Borrowed from French basalte, from Middle French basalte, from Late Latin basaltes, a misspelling of Latin basanites, from Ancient Greek βασανίτης (basanítēs), from βάσανος (básanos, “touchstone”), from Egyptian bḫn (“a hard stone”). From L...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down basalt into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare basalt with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
basalt	2	ba·salt
backslide	2	backsli-de
backslid	1	backslid
Bakelite	4	ba-ke-li-te
Buchwald	1	buchwald

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to basalt:

base, bash, bask, Bass, bast, basal, Basel, bases.