American English
/ˈbeɪ.sɪk̚/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Necessary and most important; forming the foundation of something.
Practice out loudNecessary and most important; forming the foundation of something.
Clean water is a basic human need.
These are the basic rules of the game.
basic needs · basic rights · basic principles · basic information
basic + noun
the basic + noun + of + noun
Simple and suitable for someone who is starting to learn or use something.
She took a basic English course.
I know the basic steps, but I need more practice.
basic English · basic skills · basic course · basic knowledge
take a basic course in + subject
have basic skills in + subject
Having only the usual features, with no extra decoration or special parts.
We chose the basic model without extra features.
The room has a basic design: white walls and simple furniture.
basic model · basic design · basic version
a basic version of + noun
choose the basic + noun
Ordinary and not original, often in a way that people criticize.
That song is catchy, but the lyrics are basic.
Some people think the trend looks basic.
This informal use is usually negative. It does not mean “for beginners.”
be + basic
so + basic
The simplest and most important facts or skills.
Let's go over the basics before the test.
A return to simple, fundamental methods or ideas.
The team went back to basics after several losses.
Training that teaches the first skills needed for a job or activity, especially in the military.
All new soldiers begin with basic training.