根基

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HSK 3.0 Level 7 Noun Rare

Definitions

1. foundation

Word relationships

Antonyms

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• 上层 shàng céng 上层 shàng céng upper layer 根基 is the base, while 上层 refers to the superstructure: upper layer

Related words

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• 根底 gēn dǐ 根底 gēn dǐ foundation similar meaning of foundation, often used in phrases like 根底深厚: foundation
• 根本 gēn běn 根本 gēn běn fundamental refers to the root or fundamental aspect, often overlapping with 根基 in abstract senses: fundamental

Synonyms

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• 基础 jī chǔ 基础 jī chǔ base; foundation; basis both can refer to the base or foundation of something: base; foundation; basis

Usage notes

Collocations

常用搭配“根基稳固”，表示基础牢固。

Common mistakes

Note that 根基 usually refers to a metaphorical or physical base, and is less common in casual speech compared to 基础. Using 根基 in everyday contexts like '数学根基' may sound overly formal; 基础 is preferred.

Example Sentences

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学习语言需要打好 根基 。

Learning a language requires laying a solid foundation.

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Child Words of 根基

• 根 根 gēn: root
• 基 基 jī: (bound form) base; foundation