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Basel

BAH-zuhl

Basel (name) means a city in northwestern Switzerland, situated on the Rhine River. Example: “The conference was held in Basel this year.”

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A city in northwestern Switzerland, situated on the Rhine River.
"The conference was held in Basel this year."
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Frequently asked questions

What does “Basel” mean?

The word “Basel” means a city in northwestern Switzerland, situated on the Rhine River.

How do you pronounce “Basel”?

“Basel” is pronounced BAH-zuhl (/ˈbɑːzəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “Basel” in a sentence?

Here is “Basel” used in a sentence: “The conference was held in Basel this year.”

What part of speech is “Basel”?

“Basel” is a name.

Is “Basel” a common word?

“Basel” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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