basic in Chinese
basic in Chinese is 基本的, 本 — basic means forming the essential foundation of something; fundamental.
basic in Chinese
基本的
Pronounced: jī běn de
Necessary, essential for life or some process.
本
Pronounced: běn
An elementary building block, e.g. a fundamental piece of knowledge.
What does "basic" mean?
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adjective Forming the essential foundation of something; fundamental.
"You need only basic cooking skills to follow this simple recipe."
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adjective In chemistry, having a pH greater than 7; alkaline.
"Soap is slightly basic, which helps it break down grease."
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noun (informal, plural: basics) The essential items or facts needed for something.
"The course teaches the basics of first aid in just one evening."
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basic in a sentence
- You need only basic cooking skills to follow this simple recipe.
- Reading and writing are basic skills taught in primary school.
- Soap is slightly basic, which helps it break down grease.
- Litmus paper turns blue when you dip it in a basic liquid.
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What is "basic" in Chinese?
"basic" in Chinese is 基本的, 本. basic means: Forming the essential foundation of something; fundamental.
How do you pronounce 基本的?
"basic" in Chinese is 基本的, pronounced "jī běn de".
How do you use "basic" in a sentence?
Example: "You need only basic cooking skills to follow this simple recipe." In Chinese, "basic" is 基本的, 本.
Are there other ways to say "basic" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "basic": 基本的, 本.
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