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basis

Pronunciation: [/ˈbeɪ.sɪs/]

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basis: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use basis in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “foundation”

(noun) the fundamental reason or principle on which something is based or organized. It's like the main idea or important reason for something.

Example

The basis of their friendship was their shared love for music.

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Their disagreement had no basis in reality; it was purely based on misunderstandings.

Example

What is the basis for your argument?

Context: “mathematics”

(noun) the starting point or the numbers used as a reference for comparison or calculation in mathematics. It's like the numbers you use to figure out math problems.

Example

They used the number 10 as the basis for their calculations.

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Her answer was incorrect because she didn't use the correct basis for her calculations.

Example

What is the basis for solving this math problem?

How to pronounce basis

Pronunciation: [/ˈbeɪ.sɪs/]

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