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根基 (gēn jī): foundation

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 7noun

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
foundation
Characters
2
Part of speech
noun
HSK level
HSK 7

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  • foundation

Chinese explanation

  • 指建筑物的基础部分,比喻事物发展的根本或起点
  • 也指人的出身、家庭背景或学问的基础。

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HSK 5

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Example sentences

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The foundation of this bridge is very solid.

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Education is the foundation of economic development.

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Integrity is the foundation of interpersonal relationships.

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Only with a solid foundation can you build a tall building.

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