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    Fundamental (en. Fundamental)

    /fun-da-men-tal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Concept or principle that serves as the basis for a system.
    Freedom of expression is a fundamental right.
    La libertad de expresión es un derecho fundamental.
    Essential element for the functioning of something.
    Water is fundamental to life.
    El agua es fundamental para la vida.
    adjective
    That is basic or essential.
    It is fundamental to understand the concepts before proceeding.
    Es fundamental entender los conceptos antes de avanzar.
    Indispensable or necessary.
    Education is fundamental for the development of a society.
    La educación es fundamental para el desarrollo de una sociedad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'fundamentalis', which is derived from 'fundamentum', meaning base or foundation.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fundamental principles
    Bases or laws that govern a system.
    principios fundamentales
    fundamental rights
    Basic rights that belong to all human beings.
    derechos fundamentales
    fundamental values
    Ethical and moral principles that guide behavior.
    valores fundamentales

    Related Words

    foundation
    Base or reason for something.
    fundamento
    foundation
    Establishment or creation of an organization or institution.
    fundación
    substantiation
    Act of substantiating or providing reasons.
    fundamentación

    Slang Meanings

    Something vital or of great importance.
    That advice was fundamental in making my decision.
    Ese consejo fue fundamental para tomar mi decisión.
    Key aspects in a situation.
    Communication is fundamental in any relationship.
    La comunicación es fundamental en cualquier relación.