German Conversation · Level 31
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German word
Basis
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈbaːzɪs/
Meaning
- feminine nounfoundation
Example
Die Basis des Kurses ist die Grammatik.
Grammar is the foundation of the course.
More examples
Eine offene Atmosphäre ist die Basis für Gespräche.
An open atmosphere is the foundation for conversations.
Core concept
A lower supporting layer carries whatever is built or developed above it.
Common phrases
Basis für Gespräche
foundation for conversations
eine Basis bieten
provide a foundation
Similar words
Grundlage: A fundamental idea forming the basis of a discussion or plan.
Fundament: A strong supporting foundation, especially for a building or larger structure.
Grund: A reason that motivates or supports an action or decision.
Ausgangspunkt: The point from which an idea, process, or discussion begins.
Definition in German
Grundlage oder festes Fundament, auf dem etwas beruht oder weiterentwickelt wird.
Word origin
The German noun Basis is borrowed through Latin basis from Greek basis, which referred to a step, footing, or base.
Usage tips
- The common pattern auf der Basis von takes von followed by the dative, as in auf der Basis von Daten.
Other meanings
- basenoun
- groundsnoun
Related words
- Basiskursfoundation coursenoun