English Word · Intermediate
basti
A slum
Pronunciation: /bʌstiː/
Meaning
A slum or shanty town in India.
Example
There is a dreary basti in the neighbourhood which is said to make the most of any cholera that may be going.
There is a dreary basti in the neighbourhood which is said to make the most of any cholera that may be going.
Practice tips
- Practice basti out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.