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basis in Japanese

basis in Japanese is 根拠, 基礎, 基底 — basis means the foundation or starting point for an argument, theory, or decision.

basis in Japanese

根拠
noun
Pronounced: konkyo
A starting point, base or foundation for an argument or hypothesis.
基礎
noun
Pronounced: kiso
An underlying condition or circumstance.
基底
noun
Pronounced: kitei
(linear algebra) In a vector space, a linearly independent set of vectors spanning the whole vector space.

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 Japanese?
"basis" in Japanese is 根拠, 基礎, 基底. basis means: The foundation or starting point for an argument, theory, or decision.
How do you pronounce 根拠?
"basis" in Japanese is 根拠, pronounced "konkyo".
How do you use "basis" in a sentence?
Example: "Judges must decide cases on the basis of evidence, not rumour." In Japanese, "basis" is 根拠, 基礎, 基底.
Are there other ways to say "basis" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "basis": 根拠, 基礎, 基底.
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