How to Say "bass" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “bass” is “bajo” — use 'bajo' when referring to the musical instrument (like a guitar) or a low sound frequency..
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bajo
/BA-ho//ˈbaxo/
nounB1general
Use 'bajo' when referring to the musical instrument (like a guitar) or a low sound frequency.
Examples
Mi amigo toca el bajo en una banda de rock.
My friend plays the bass in a rock band.
Súbele al bajo, esta canción suena increíble.
Turn up the bass, this song sounds incredible.
Necesito coser el bajo de mis pantalones.
I need to sew the hem of my pants.
grave
GRAH-vehˈɡɾa.βe
adjectiveC1general
Use 'grave' to describe a deep or low sound, typically a voice, or a low frequency in a technical context.
Examples
El cantante tiene una voz muy grave y potente.
The singer has a very deep and powerful voice.
Necesitas ajustar los tonos graves de los altavoces.
You need to adjust the low-pitched (bass) tones on the speakers.
Instrument vs. Sound Quality
The most common mistake is using 'grave' for the musical instrument. Remember, 'bajo' is the noun for the instrument itself, while 'grave' is an adjective describing a deep sound or frequency.
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