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/fundamenˈtal/

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Translation

fundamental, essential

Word origin

From Latin fundamentalis, from fundamentum ('foundation'), from fundus ('bottom, base').

Origin
Latin
Root
fundamentum
English cognates
fundamental, foundation, fund

Grammar

Femininefundamental
Masc pluralfundamentales
Fem pluralfundamentales

Examples

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It is fundamental to listen to others.

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Water is fundamental for life.

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Your support is essential to me.

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It is a fundamental idea of the book.

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The family plays an essential role.

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This word is part of lesson 81.