bases
Произношение: [ˈbeɪsɪz]
Контекст: «sports»
(noun) a place that players run to during a baseball game. There are four bases: first base, second base, third base, and home plate. Players try to touch these bases to score points.
Пример
He ran to second base and was safe there.
Пример
She didn't make it to first base before the ball was caught.
Пример
How many bases do you have to touch to score a run?
Контекст: «foundation»
(noun) the bottom part or support of something. It can mean the main ideas or materials that other things are built upon. Like how a building needs a strong base to stand up.
Пример
The foundation of her argument was very strong and well thought out.
Пример
His reasoning had no solid base, so people didn't believe him.
Пример
What is the base of your project that holds everything together?
Контекст: «chemistry»
(noun) a substance that can accept protons or donate a pair of valence electrons in reactions. Bases often feel slippery and can change the color of indicators, like turning litmus paper blue.
Пример
Baking soda is a common base used in cooking.
Пример
Vinegar is not a base; it is an acid.
Пример
Can you name a base that you use in your kitchen?
Контекст: «business»
(noun) the main part of a business plan or a group of customers that the business relies on. It can also mean the basis or foundation of a strategy.
Пример
The company has a strong base of loyal customers.
Пример
Without a solid base, the business could fail.
Пример
What is the base of your business strategy?
Контекст: «sports»
(verb) to move to or touch a base in a game like baseball. Players need to base in order to score runs.
Пример
He will base at first if he hits the ball.
Пример
She didn't get a chance to base during the game.
Пример
Did you see how fast he can base after hitting a homerun?