La base
Example: La base de la torre està feta de formigó resistent.
Definition
"La base" refers to the foundation or bottom part of a structure or object that supports and stabilizes it, as in the phrase 'La base de la torre està feta de formigó resistent,' meaning the base of the tower is made of strong concrete.
Etymology
The term "la base" comes from the Latin word 'basis,' which itself originated from the Greek 'βάσις' (basis), meaning 'step' or 'pedestal.' Did you know the word has always conveyed the idea of something that supports or underpins, much like the foundation of a building or an argument?
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"La base" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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