Basis/ˈbaːzɪs/basis; foundation; base
Basis is a German noun that means basis, foundation, or base. It is pronounced /ˈbaːzɪs/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Basen".
Definitions
1.fundamental principle or starting point of something(general)
a.foundation or starting point for a process or idea
Eine gute Ausbildung ist die Basis für eine erfolgreiche Karriere.—A good education is the basis for a successful career.
2.base or underlying part of something (in mathematics, chemistry, etc.)(science/technical)
a.starting set of elements (in mathematics, e.g., vectors)
In der Mathematik spricht man oft von der Basis eines Vektorraums.—In mathematics, one often speaks of the basis of a vector space.
b.chemical base (in chemistry, opposite of acid)
Natriumhydroxid ist eine starke Basis.—Sodium hydroxide is a strong base.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Basis | die Basen |
| Genitive | der Basis | der Basen |
| Dative | der Basis | den Basen |
| Accusative | die Basis | die Basen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Basis" mean in English?
- "Basis" means basis, foundation, or base. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Basis"?
- "Basis" is pronounced /ˈbaːzɪs/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Basis" der, die, or das?
- "Basis" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Basis"?
- The plural of "Basis" is "Basen".
- What part of speech is "Basis"?
- "Basis" is a noun in German.
