basic in Japanese
basic in Japanese is 基本的, 基礎, 塩基性 — basic means forming the essential foundation of something; fundamental.
basic in Japanese
基本的
Pronounced: kihonteki
Necessary, essential for life or some process.
基本的
Pronounced: kihonteki
Elementary, simple, fundamental, merely functional.
基礎
Pronounced: kiso
Elementary, simple, fundamental, merely functional.
塩基性
Pronounced: enkisei
(chemistry) Of or pertaining to a base; having a pH greater than 7.
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 Japanese?
"basic" in Japanese is 基本的, 基礎, 塩基性. basic means: Forming the essential foundation of something; fundamental.
How do you pronounce 基本的?
"basic" in Japanese is 基本的, pronounced "kihonteki".
How do you use "basic" in a sentence?
Example: "You need only basic cooking skills to follow this simple recipe." In Japanese, "basic" is 基本的, 基礎, 塩基性.
Are there other ways to say "basic" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "basic": 基本的, 基礎, 塩基性.
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