Spanish word

fundamentar

Pronunciation

IPA/fundamenˈtaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbbase

Example

Voy a fundamentar mi decisión en hechos.

I am going to base my decision on facts.

Illustration for fundamentar (base)

More examples

Es importante fundamentar los argumentos con datos fiables.

It is important to base arguments on reliable data.

Core concept

A row of sturdy pillars and a stack of papers supporting a decision.

Common phrases

  • fundamentar una decisión

    base a decision on

  • fundamentar una opinión

    base an opinion on

  • fundamentar un argumento

    base an argument on

Similar words

basar: Uses facts or information as the foundation for a judgment or opinion.
justificar: Provides reasons or explanations to defend or legitimize an action or claim.

Definition in Spanish

Apoyar y justificar una propuesta o decisión aportando fundamentos claros y verificables.

Word origin

From Latin fundamentum 'foundation' plus the verb-forming suffix -ar, it means to give a foundation or grounds for a proposal or decision.

Usage tips

  • Mainly a formal or written verb; in casual speech speakers often use basar or explicar instead.

Other meanings

  • justifyverb
  • provide grounds forverb

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