Basándome (en. Based on)

/baˈsandome/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To be supported or based on a foundation.

I am basing myself on the facts to make a decision.

Me estoy basándome en los hechos para tomar una decisión.

To underpin an argument or idea.

Basing myself on scientific data, I can conclude that it is safe.

Basándome en los datos científicos, puedo concluir que es seguro.

To derive or have origin in something.

Basing myself on my past experiences, I know I can trust you.

Basándome en mis experiencias pasadas, sé que puedo confiar en ti.

From the verb 'basar', which comes from the Latin 'basis', meaning foundation.

basing myself on experience

Referring to using prior experience as a basis for an action or decision.

basándome en la experiencia

basing myself on what I know

Using current knowledge as a basis for arguing or acting.

basándome en lo que sé

base

Foundation or support upon which something is built.

base

foundation

Reason or cause that justifies a statement or action.

fundamento

support

Support or foundation that strengthens an idea or argument.

sustento

To use unverified information as a basis.

You are basing yourself on rumors, not on facts.

Estás basándote en rumores, no en hechos.

To lean on popular opinion.

You are basing yourself on what the majority says, not on your own judgment.

Estás basándote en lo que dice la mayoría, no en tu propio juicio.