English–Chinese
“basically” in Chinese
How to say “basically” in Chinese
“Basically” in Chinese is 大致 (dà zhì).
A general view that shows the main shape of something without precise measurement.
Example sentences with 大致
根据现有资料，我们大致估计需要两周时间。gēn jù xiàn yǒu zī liào wǒ men dà zhì gū jì xū yào liǎng zhōu shí jiān
Based on the available information, we roughly estimate that it will take two weeks.
Tips for using 大致
- In everyday speech, this adverb can frame an estimate of time, amount, or outcome, so listeners expect a useful outline rather than a measured figure.
Other Chinese words for “basically”
基本上我同意你的意见。jī běn shàng wǒ tóng yì nǐ de yì jiàn
Basically, I agree with your opinion.