Basis vs Foundation

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Basis

Top 2000 (courant)B1noun

Foundation

Top 2000 (courant)B2noun
 BasisFoundation
Prononciation🇬🇧 /["/ˈbeɪsɪs/","/ˈbeɪsiːz/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈbeɪsɪs/","/ˈbeɪsiːz/"]/🇬🇧 /["/faʊnˈdeɪʃn/"]/🇺🇸 /["/faʊnˈdeɪʃn/"]/
SensThe main reason or support for something.The base or support of something.
ExempleThe basis of her argument was well-researched and convincing.The foundation of the building is made of strong concrete.
RegistreNeutreNeutre
FréquenceTop 2000 (courant)Top 2000 (courant)
Niveau CEFRB1B2
Nature grammaticalenounnoun
Collocationsregular, annual, daily, on a… basis, whole, consistent, factual, on the basis of, basis for, firm, solid, sound, form, provide, basis for, have no basis in somethinghave no, without foundation, charitable, private, research, establish, set up, start, foundation for, deep, concrete, dig, lay, shake, stone, wall
Antonymessuperficiality, surfacetop, peak, tip
Erreurs fréquentesConfused with 'base' as a physical structure., Using 'basis' in plural form incorrectly., Confusing 'basis' with similar sounding words like 'basis' and 'basses'.Confusing 'foundation' with 'founding' — they are different., Using 'foundation' without specifying what it's a base for., Mispronouncing it as 'foundashun' instead of 'founday-shun'.
Notes d'usageUsed in discussions to refer to the fundamental reason or support behind ideas or actions. Common in academic and formal contexts, but can be used informally too. Avoid in casual conversation when discussing simple preferences.Use 'foundation' in contexts like construction, education, or principles. It is neutral but fits best in formal or academic discussions. Avoid in casual conversation about non-structural topics.

Questions fréquentes : Basis vs Foundation

Quelle est la différence entre Basis et Foundation ?

Basis: The main reason or support for something. Foundation: The base or support of something.

Basis et Foundation sont-ils au même niveau CEFR ?

Basis: B1, Foundation: B2 sur l'échelle CEFR.

Puis-je utiliser Basis et Foundation de façon interchangeable ?

Pas toujours. Basis et Foundation sont proches et se recoupent parfois, mais elles diffèrent par le registre, la fréquence et l'usage, donc remplacer l'une par l'autre peut changer le sens ou le ton. Regarde les différences ci-dessus avant de substituer.

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