basic

adjective B1

Meaning

Basic means simple and not complicated, often referring to the most important or essential things.
💡 Don't confuse "basic" with "boring"; something basic can still be useful and interesting.

Example Sentences

I need to learn the basic rules before playing the game .
Is it important to learn basic skills first ?
This is a basic phone , but it works well for calls .
This phone does not have basic features like a camera .

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