American English
/ˈbeɪ.sɪ.kli/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
In the main or most important way, without focusing on small details.
Practice out loudIn the main or most important way, without focusing on small details.
The two plans are basically the same.
The job basically involves answering emails.
basically the same · basically correct · basically finished
subject + basically + verb
subject + be + basically + adjective
Used to introduce a short, simple summary of what you mean.
Basically, we need a new plan.
Basically, he wants more time.
basically means · basically, the point is
Basically, + subject + verb
subject + basically + means + noun/idea