basics — The essential facts or principles of a subject. The fundamental elements that form the foundation of something.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The essential facts or principles of a subject. The fundamental elements that form the foundation of something.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbeɪsɪks/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's cooking secret? She never forgot the basics: salt, pepper, and love.
- Before attempting advanced yoga poses, make sure you've mastered the basics.
- His presentation was so confusing that even the basics were hard to understand.
basics
NOUN[/ˈbeɪsɪks/]
The essential facts or principles of a subject. The fundamental elements that form the foundation of something.
The essential facts or principles of a subject. The fundamental elements that form the foundation of something.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'basis' meaning foundation or base, which entered English through Latin. The plural form 'basics' refers to fundamental principles or essential facts.
Breakdown
basic (from Greek basis meaning foundation/base) + -s (plural suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My grandmother's cooking secret? She never forgot the basics: salt, pepper, and love.”
“Before attempting advanced yoga poses, make sure you've mastered the basics.”
“His presentation was so confusing that even the basics were hard to understand.”
“When my computer crashed, I realized I should have learned the basics of backing up files.”
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