based on — using something as a foundation or starting point for something else
Part of speech: PREPOSITION
Definition: using something as a foundation or starting point for something else
Pronunciation (IPA): /beɪst ɑn/
Korean meaning: ~을 바탕으로, ~에 근거하여
Korean pronunciation: **베이**스트 온
Example Sentences
- His cooking skills are based on watching YouTube videos and burning lots of food.
- The new policy is based on extensive research and employee feedback.
- My weekend plans are based on the weather forecast and my energy level.
based on
PREPOSITION//beɪst ɑn//
using something as a foundation or starting point for something else
The architect creates new designs based on classical architecture references
Based on what's placed on, new art is traced on!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
'base'는 그리스어 'basis(기초)'에서 유래되었고, 'on'은 고대 영어 'an'에서 왔습니다. 무언가의 기초 위에 올라선다는 개념이 '근거하다'라는 의미로 발전했습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His cooking skills are based on watching YouTube videos and burning lots of food.”
“The new policy is based on extensive research and employee feedback.”
“My weekend plans are based on the weather forecast and my energy level.”
“The superhero movie is based on a comic book that nobody read but everyone pretends to know.”
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