La base
Example: La base de cette théorie repose sur des faits solides.
Definition
"La base" refers to the fundamental part or foundation of something, such as an idea, structure, or theory. It represents the essential support or starting point on which everything else depends or is built, as in the phrase 'La base de cette théorie repose sur des faits solides.'
Etymology
The term "la base" comes from the Latin word 'basis,' which means foundation or pedestal. It was adopted into French with the same meaning, referring to the underlying support of an object or concept. Did you know? The word 'basis' originally comes from Greek, where it meant 'step' or 'pedestal,' emphasizing its role as a starting point.
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"La base" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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