Pronunciation: [bˈasɪts] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "Bassetts" can be a bit tricky. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈbæsɪts/. Note that the double consonants tt represent a long sound for the preceding vowel a, as in bass. The final s is pronounced as /s/, not /z/. When written in sentence context, the capital letter at the beginning of Bassetts may indicate that it is a proper noun, such as a family name or a brand name.
Bassetts is a noun used to refer to a variety of confections, specifically to a range of traditional British sweets. It typically pluralizes the last name of George Bassett, who was the founder of a confectionery company called Bassett's in 1842. This company gained prominence for its production of various candies, with Bassetts becoming a generic term for the range of sweets they offered.
Bassetts often includes a wide assortment of treats, such as fruit pastilles, liquorice allsorts, and jelly babies, which have become iconic within British confectionery. These candies are usually known for their vibrant colors, chewy or jelly-like texture, and distinct flavors.
The term "Bassetts" can also be used more broadly to refer to any confectioneries resembling the traditional British sweets produced by the Bassett's company, regardless of the actual manufacturer. Therefore, it has become synonymous with a specific type of candy known for its colorful, chewy, and fruity characteristics.
Furthermore, Bassetts can sometimes encompass a whole range of chewy sweets available in the market. It may also be used as a colloquial term for confectionery products in general, particularly when discussing a mix of colorful, sugar-based sweets commonly found in pick-and-mix or candy shops.
