basis
gb/bˈeɪsɪs/ us/bˈeɪsɪs/
A2
English
~ 800
alap, rendszeresség, rendszeresen
NOUN
B1
1
alap
A2
Usage pattern:
the basis of [something]
Her research formed the basis of the new policy.
A kutatása szolgált az új szakpolitika alapjául.
Trust is the basis of a strong relationship.
A bizalom az erős kapcsolat alapja.
The theory has no scientific basis.
We made our decision on the basis of all available information.
Learner examples
Trust is the basis of friendship.
A bizalom a barátság alapja.
We made the plan on the basis of facts.
Tények alapján készítettük el a tervet.
His work is the basis of our study.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'basis' with 'base'; 'base' can mean a physical bottom or station, while 'basis' usually means an abstract reason or foundation.
Meaning
foundation or starting point
Collocations
form the basis
|on the basis of
|provide a basis
|solid basis
|basis for decision
Synonyms
foundation (More general and can refer to physical or abstract support; 'basis' is usually abstract.)
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groundwork (Suggests preparatory work rather than the core reason.)
Antonyms
consequence (Refers to a result rather than the underlying reason.)
Themes
logic
|business
|science
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The main idea or reason that supports something.
The underlying support, reason, or principle on which something is built or established.
NOUN
A2
2
rendszeresen
A2
Usage pattern:
on a [frequency] basis
We meet on a weekly basis to discuss progress.
Hetente találkozunk, hogy megbeszéljük az előrehaladást.
The staff are trained on a regular basis.
A munkatársakat rendszeresen képzik.
She visits her parents on a daily basis.
Learner examples
I call my mother on a daily basis.
Naponta felhívom az édesanyámat.
We clean the office on a weekly basis.
Hetente kitakarítjuk az irodát.
He checks the machine on a regular basis.
Common mistake:
Learners may omit 'on a ... basis' and instead just use an adverb, which is often fine but changes formality.
Meaning
regular schedule or frequency
Collocations
daily basis
|weekly basis
|regular basis
|case-by-case basis
Synonyms
schedule (Refers to planned times, while 'basis' refers to frequency or pattern.)
Antonyms
irregularity (Lack of a regular pattern.)
Themes
daily life
|work
|time
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A regular way or time that something happens.
A fixed pattern of time or frequency according to which something happens.
Grammar
Dictionary form
basis
IPA
GB/bˈeɪsɪs/
US/bˈeɪsɪs/
Syllables & stress
basis (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (basis)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: basis
- Plural: bases
Word family
Expressions
form the basis of
1/fˈɔɹm ðə bˈeɪsɪs əv/
fixed phrase
serve as main support for something
To be the main idea or reason that supports something else.
Examples
- These principles form the basis of our legal system.
- Her data forms the basis of my report.
on a daily basis
1/ˈɔn ə dˈeɪli bˈeɪsɪs/
fixed phrase
every day regularly
Happening every day in a regular way.
Examples
- I exercise on a daily basis.
- She checks her email on a daily basis.
on a daily basis
2/ˈɔn ə dˈeɪli bˈeɪsɪs/
fixed phrase
Happening every day regularly
Happening every day as part of a routine.
Examples
- She exercises on a daily basis to stay healthy.
- We check the system on a daily basis for errors.
on the basis of
1/ˈɔn ðə bˈeɪsɪs əv/
fixed phrase
because of; due to
Using something as the reason for a decision or action.
Examples
- The decision was made on the basis of new evidence.
- They hired her on the basis of her experience.
- He was chosen on the basis of his experience.