Sarcobases, pronounced /sɑrkoʊbeɪsəz/, is a plural noun referring to the base of a muscle fiber. The word is derived from two Greek roots: sarco, meaning flesh or muscle, and basis, meaning base or foundation. The spelling of the word reflects the etymology, with sarco spelled with a 'c' rather than a 'k' and basis spelled with an 's' rather than a 'z'. The final 'es' is added to indicate pluralization. Overall, the spelling of sarcobases accurately reflects the word's meaning and origins.