基
もと
moto
JLPT N111 strokesKanjiLevel 97 - JLPT N1
Quick answer
基 is the kanji for "Foundation / Fundamentals". A common reading is もと (moto). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Foundation / Fundamentals
Also : Foundation · Fundamentals · Counter For Machines
Readings
kunもと/ motokunもとい/ motoionき/ ki
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
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Example Sentences
基礎を固めることが応用力を生む。
きそをかためることがおうようりょくをうむ。
Consolidating the foundation gives rise to applied ability.
先人の業績を基に研究を進めた。
せんじんのぎょうせきをもとにけんきゅうをすすめた。
Research was advanced based on the achievements of predecessors.
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