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basic

basic

Meaning of basic

English

entry level

Deutsch

einfach, auf dem Anfangsniveau; für Anfänger geeignet

basic

Pronunciation

British English
/ˈbeɪsɪk/
American English
/ˈbeɪsɪk/

basic with German translation

basic usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German

At the beginning, we learn the basic rules.

Am Anfang lernen wir die elementaren Regeln.

🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German

He only has basic German skills.

Er hat nur elementare Deutschkenntnisse.

basic synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between basic, introductory, beginner, simple, fundamental, foundational, standard, and rudimentary

I
🇬🇧English
introductory

introductory, for beginners

A2often

ENShe took an introductory economics class.

beginner
🇬🇧English

for beginners, as in 'beginner course'

very often

ENI signed up for a beginner yoga class.

🇬🇧English

not complicated

A2very often

ENKeep the instructions simple so everyone understands.

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

underlying, essential; formal

B2often

ENUnderstanding grammar is fundamental to learning a language.

F
🇬🇧English
foundational

forming a base; formal

B2rare word

ENTrust is foundational to any healthy relationship.

🇬🇧English

standard, as in a base package

B1often

ENWe follow standard safety procedures.

R
🇬🇧English
rudimentary

very basic, undeveloped

B2rare word

ENHe has only a rudimentary understanding of the language.

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basic meaning: what does it mean?

entry level

basic pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

basic is pronounced as /ˈbeɪsɪk/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

basic definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Am Anfang lernen wir die elementaren Regeln. Translation: At the beginning, we learn the basic rules.

Is basic part of Subjects vocabulary?

Yes, basic can be learned in the Subjects topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is basic part of Study and Work vocabulary?

Yes, basic can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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