Mathematics is basic to all sciences.
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基础
Traditional: 基礎
jī chǔ
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jī chǔ · gei1 co2 (Jyutping)
- base; foundation; basis
- basic; fundamental
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Character breakdown
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Example sentences
What do you base your theory on?
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