basic
gb/bˈeɪsɪk/ us/bˈeɪsɪk/
A2
Англійська
~ 1000
Значення
0 значень
adjective
A2
property
1
simple and essential
Simple and important; the most necessary part of something.
Модель уживання:
[something] is basic
Поширена помилка:
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.
Синоніми
fundamental (Slightly more formal and often used in academic or technical contexts.)
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essential (Emphasizes necessity more strongly than 'basic'.)
Антоніми
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.)
Словосполучення
basic idea
|basic skill
|basic need
|basic information
|basic principle
Теми
daily life
|education
|core_vocabulary
Приклади
- 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.
Навчальні приклади
- 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.
Модель уживання:
[something] is basic
Синоніми
plain (Focuses on lack of decoration or complexity.)
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rudimentary (Suggests being very simple, possibly incomplete or primitive.)
Антоніми
luxurious (Suggests high comfort and quality, the opposite of plain.)
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sophisticated (Implies advanced design or complexity.)
Словосполучення
basic design
|basic model
|basic version
|basic service
Теми
daily life
|core_vocabulary
Приклади
- 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.
Навчальні приклади
- 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.
Модель уживання:
[someone] is basic
Поширена помилка:
Learners may not realize this slang meaning and could misunderstand it as simply 'simple'. Context is important.
Синоніми
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.)
Антоніми
unique (Emphasizes being different from others in taste or behavior.)
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original (Highlights creativity and individuality.)
Словосполучення
so basic
|totally basic
Теми
slang
|pop culture
|communication
|emotions
Приклади
- 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.
Навчальні приклади
- 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.
Синоніми
alkaline (More technical term used interchangeably in chemistry contexts.)
Антоніми
acidic (Having a pH less than 7; chemically opposite to 'basic'.)
Словосполучення
basic solution
|basic compound
Теми
science
Приклади
- Ammonia is a basic substance.
- The solution became basic after adding sodium hydroxide.
- Soapy water is usually basic.
Навчальні приклади
- This liquid is basic, not acidic.
- Soap makes water basic.
- Baking soda water is basic.
Граматика
Словникова форма
basic
IPA
GB/bˈeɪsɪk/
US/bˈeɪsɪk/
Склади й наголос
ba - sic (2 склади)
Stress on 1st syllable (ba)
Форми слова
Adjective
- Base: basic
Споріднені слова
Вирази
back to basics
1/bˈæk tə bˈeɪsɪks/
idiom
returning to fundamentals
To return to simple and most important ways of doing something.
Приклади
- 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.
Приклади
- He completed his basic training before being sent overseas.
- Basic training lasts for eight weeks.