основной
primary
main or most important
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The most general and neutral word for “main, most important.”
Emphasizes highest importance or a leading role; often sounds a bit stronger than “основной.”
Means “first in time, original”; not always equal to “main” and is often used in technical or formal contexts.
Highlights the original, first version or state; usually means “initial” rather than “main.”
A very strong word: “extremely important, one of the most important.” It sounds more emphatic than “основной.”
Means “crucial, especially important for the result”; often suggests something indispensable.
Literally “located in the center,” and figuratively “most important in a system, discussion, or idea.”
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основной means primary. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce основной
[ɐsnɐvˈnoj]
основной translation
primary
основной examples
Gesundheit ist für mich primär.
основной transcription
[ɐsnɐvˈnoj]
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основной meaning: what does it mean?
главный, самый важный
основной pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
основной is pronounced as [ɐsnɐvˈnoj]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
основной definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Gesundheit ist für mich primär. Translation: Здоровье для меня самое важное.
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