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VocabJLPT N1

base

Noun

Definitions

1. base
2. basis
3. bedrock
4. platform

This noun means a foundation, base, or infrastructure — the fundamental structure that something is built upon. It is used both literally, such as for physical foundations, and figuratively, such as the economic or social base of a society.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Shall we start by sharing the assumptions that form the basis of our discussion?

Sentence 2

The research team is building its discussion on a foundation of reproducibility.

Sentence 3

See, I told you sleep is the foundation of good health!

Sentence 4

That silence might be a sign that the foundation of the relationship is starting to crack.

Sentence 5

The authorities made maintaining the foundation of social security their top priority.