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/ˈbase/

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Translation

base; basis

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Word origin

From Latin basis ('foundation, pedestal'), from Greek basis ('a step, base'). The same root gives English base and basis.

Origin
Greek
Root
basis
English cognates
base, basis, basement

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralbases

Examples

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The base of the building is very solid.

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The soldier returned to the military base.

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Trust is the basis of every relationship.

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We need a good database to start with.

científica .

That theory has no scientific basis at all.

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This word is taught in chapter 11, lesson 4: base, abandonar, contento and 7 more words.