basic
gb/bˈeɪsɪk/ us/bˈeɪsɪk/
A2
Ingles
~ 1000
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
adjective
A2
property
1
simple and essential
Simple and important; the most necessary part of something.
Padron ng paggamit:
[something] is basic
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes confuse 'basic' with 'basis'. 'Basis' is a noun meaning the foundation or reason for something, while 'basic' is usually an adjective describing simplicity or importance.
Mga kasingkahulugan
fundamental (Slightly more formal and often used in academic or technical contexts.)
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essential (Emphasizes necessity more strongly than 'basic'.)
Mga kasalungat
advanced (Refers to a higher or more complex level than 'basic'.)
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complex (Suggests something with many parts or details, opposite of simple.)
Mga kolokasyon
basic idea
|basic skill
|basic need
|basic information
|basic principle
Mga tema
daily life
|education
|core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
- The basic idea is easy to understand.
- We need to cover the basic rules before starting the game.
- She has only a basic knowledge of Spanish.
- Good health care is a basic human right.
- The manual explains the basic steps for installation.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- This is a basic question.
- I need to learn basic English words.
- Water is a basic need for life.
- He knows the basic rules of the game.
- We teach basic computer skills.
adjective
A2
property
2
simple, not sophisticated
Plain and simple; not fancy or advanced.
Padron ng paggamit:
[something] is basic
Mga kasingkahulugan
plain (Focuses on lack of decoration or complexity.)
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rudimentary (Suggests being very simple, possibly incomplete or primitive.)
Mga kasalungat
luxurious (Suggests high comfort and quality, the opposite of plain.)
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sophisticated (Implies advanced design or complexity.)
Mga kolokasyon
basic design
|basic model
|basic version
|basic service
Mga tema
daily life
|core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
- The hotel room was clean but very basic.
- We bought the basic model without extra features.
- The food was basic but tasty.
- Her clothing style is quite basic.
- This phone has only the most basic functions.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- The room is basic but nice.
- He has a basic phone.
- We stayed in a basic hotel.
- The design is very basic.
- I want a basic car without extras.
adjective
informal
B2
property
3
unoriginal and mainstream (slang)
(Slang) Liking things that are popular and common, not special or different.
Padron ng paggamit:
[someone] is basic
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners may not realize this slang meaning and could misunderstand it as simply 'simple'. Context is important.
Mga kasingkahulugan
mainstream (Neutral term for widely accepted tastes; lacks the negative tone of 'basic' in slang.)
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cliché (Focuses on overused ideas or behaviors.)
Mga kasalungat
unique (Emphasizes being different from others in taste or behavior.)
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original (Highlights creativity and individuality.)
Mga kolokasyon
so basic
|totally basic
Mga tema
slang
|pop culture
|communication
|emotions
Mga Halimbawa
- He's so basic—he only drinks pumpkin spice lattes in the fall.
- That outfit is cute but kind of basic.
- She loves all the most basic TV shows.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- My friend is very basic. She likes all the popular things.
- He is so basic. He watches only famous movies.
- She is basic. She likes the same clothes as everyone.
adjective
technical
B2
property
4
having pH above 7 (chemistry)
In science, having a pH higher than 7; opposite of acidic.
Mga kasingkahulugan
alkaline (More technical term used interchangeably in chemistry contexts.)
Mga kasalungat
acidic (Having a pH less than 7; chemically opposite to 'basic'.)
Mga kolokasyon
basic solution
|basic compound
Mga tema
science
Mga Halimbawa
- Ammonia is a basic substance.
- The solution became basic after adding sodium hydroxide.
- Soapy water is usually basic.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- This liquid is basic, not acidic.
- Soap makes water basic.
- Baking soda water is basic.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
basic
IPA
GB/bˈeɪsɪk/
US/bˈeɪsɪk/
Mga pantig at diin
ba - sic (2 pantig)
Stress on 1st syllable (ba)
Mga anyo ng salita
Adjective
- Base: basic
Mga kaugnay na salita
Mga ekspresyon
back to basics
1/bˈæk tə bˈeɪsɪks/
idiom
returning to fundamentals
To return to simple and most important ways of doing something.
Mga Halimbawa
- The coach decided it was time to go back to basics and focus on passing skills.
- After trying many new strategies, the team went back to basics.
basic training
1/bˈeɪsɪk tɹˈeɪnɪŋ/
fixed phrase
initial military instruction
The first training that people get when they join the army.
Mga Halimbawa
- He completed his basic training before being sent overseas.
- Basic training lasts for eight weeks.