Fundamentos (en. Fundamentals)

/fun.da'men.tos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Fundamental concepts or principles that form the basis of a theory or system.
The foundations of physics are essential for understanding the universe.
Los fundamentos de la física son esenciales para comprender el universo.
The base of a structure or building.
The foundations of the building were constructed with reinforced concrete.
Los fundamentos del edificio fueron construidos con concreto reforzado.
Basic knowledge in any discipline.
It is important to master the foundations of mathematics to advance in the subject.
Es importante dominar los fundamentos de la matemática para avanzar en la materia.

Etymology

The word 'foundations' comes from the Latin 'fundamentum', which means 'base' or 'foundation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Foundations of education
Principles on which the educational system is based.
Fundamentos de la educación
Theoretical foundations
Conceptual bases that justify a practice or methodology.
Fundamentos teóricos
Knowing the foundations
Knowing the basic principles of a subject or discipline.
Saber los fundamentos

Related Words

foundation
Base or support on which something is built.
fundamento
to found
To establish or create something on certain bases.
fundar
foundational
Relating to the base or foundations of something.
fundacional

Slang Meanings

A recount of the same principles of something that is debated.
When talking about foundations, sometimes people confuse them with popular theories.
Cuando se habla de los fundamentos, a veces la gente se confunde con las teorías populares.
The essence of what needs to be known.
I need you to talk to me about the foundations before jumping to conclusions.
Necesito que me hables de los fundamentos antes de saltar a conclusiones.