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根基
gēnjī
Description
“根基”是指一样东西最底下、最重要的部分。
"根基" refers to the lowest and most important part of something.
我们常说学习或做事要打好根基。
We often say that learning or doing things requires a solid 根基.
Meanings
根基gēnjī
foundation; basis; groundwork
他的中文根基很好。
His foundation in Chinese is very good.
根基gēnjī
base of a building or structure
这座房子的根基很稳。
The foundation of this house is very solid.
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Notes
- Etymology
根 (root) + 基 (base/foundation), two near-synonyms combined.
- Nuance
根基 stresses a deep, solid foundation; 基础 is more general.
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