Bases (en. Bases)

[ˈbases]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Support or foundation of something.
The foundations of the building were built with concrete.
Las bases del edificio fueron construidas con hormigón.
Essential elements to understand or carry out an activity.
It is important to know the basics of grammar to write correctly.
Es importante conocer las bases de la gramática para escribir correctamente.
In a competition, the areas where players must be to score.
The player ran to second base to secure his point.
El jugador corrió hacia la segunda base para asegurar su punto.

Etymology

From Latin 'basis', meaning base or foundation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to lay the groundwork
To establish the principles or foundations of something.
sentar las bases
at ground level
At the most fundamental or basic level.
a ras de bases
the foundation of success
The foundations or principles that lead to success.
la base del éxito

Related Words

base
Main element upon which something is built or organized.
base
to base
To establish something on a base or foundation.
basear
base
Layer or foundation on which something is supported.
basamento

Slang Meanings

In some contexts, it refers to the database or information.
We need to review the bases to see if there is relevant information.
Necesitamos revisar las bases para ver si hay información relevante.
In the sports context, it can refer to the areas of gathering or meeting of players.
After the game, everyone was at the base celebrating the victory.
Después del partido, todos estaban en la base celebrando la victoria.