English–Japanese
“foundation” in Japanese
How to say “foundation” in Japanese
“Foundation” in Japanese is 基 (motoi).
Marks the underlying support from which a structure, system, or idea is formed and maintained.
Example sentences with 基
この制度は明確な規則を基として成り立っています。ko no sei do wa mei kaku na ki soku o moto to shi te na ri ta tte i ma su
This system is built on clear rules.
Tips for using 基
- In formal Japanese, 基 (motoi) often describes the underlying basis of a nation, society, or institution and sounds more elevated than 土台 (dodai) for a physical foundation.
Other Japanese words for “foundation”
この計画にはしっかりした下地があります。ko no kei kaku ni wa shi kka ri shi ta shita ji ga a ri ma su
This plan has a solid foundation.
家の土台はしっかりしています。ie no do dai wa shi kka ri shi te i ma su
The foundation of the house is solid.
信頼は良い関係の基盤です。shin rai wa yo i kan kei no ki ban de su
Trust is the foundation of a good relationship.
肌にファンデーションを塗ります。hada ni fa n dē sho n o nu ri ma su
I apply foundation to my skin.