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basis in Chinese

basis in Chinese is 本, 基礎, 什么 — basis means the foundation or starting point for an argument, theory, or decision.

basis in Chinese

本
noun
Pronounced: běn
A starting point, base or foundation for an argument or hypothesis.
基礎
noun
Pronounced: jī chǔ
An underlying condition or circumstance.
什么
noun
Pronounced: shén me
A regular frequency.
數字
noun
Pronounced: shù zì
(accounting) Amount paid for an investment, including commissions and other expenses.

What does "basis" mean?

  1. noun The foundation or starting point for an argument, theory, or decision.
    "Judges must decide cases on the basis of evidence, not rumour."
  2. noun A regular pattern or frequency with which something is done.
    "She goes swimming on a daily basis to stay fit."
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basis in a sentence

  • Judges must decide cases on the basis of evidence, not rumour.
  • His claim has no basis in fact.
  • She goes swimming on a daily basis to stay fit.
  • The staff are paid on a monthly basis, usually at the end.

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What is "basis" in Chinese?
"basis" in Chinese is 本, 基礎, 什么. basis means: The foundation or starting point for an argument, theory, or decision.
How do you pronounce 本?
"basis" in Chinese is 本, pronounced "běn".
How do you use "basis" in a sentence?
Example: "Judges must decide cases on the basis of evidence, not rumour." In Chinese, "basis" is 本, 基礎, 什么.
Are there other ways to say "basis" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 4 translations listed for "basis": 本, 基礎, 什么, 數字.
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