VocabJLPT N3
basis
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. basis
  2. 2. grounds
  3. 3. base (of operations)
The basis or grounds for a claim or belief. Used when someone needs evidence or reasoning to support an argument, such as asking "What is your basis for saying that?"

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even if you're right, you can't convince anyone without a basis.

Sentence 2

The research team drew their conclusions based on the experimental results.

Sentence 3

That rumor from yesterday — is there anything behind it?

Sentence 4

"We'll definitely win" — what exactly are you basing that on?

Sentence 5

What grounds do you have for calling me the culprit?