基本
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Base noun form. Refers to fundamentals or foundational elements, often used as a modifier in compounds like 『基本的な』 (kihonteki na, 'basic').
Theme
In a university lecture, User asks their professor Tanaka-sensei about the fundamentals of a new subject they are studying.
基本
きほん
basic, basis
Core Language Building BlocksCore Forms & Grammar Patterns
Memory Hook
Think of 'kihon' as the 'key foundation' for learning anything. 'Key foundation' → 基本 (kihon, 'basic, basis').
Cultural Note
In Japanese education and martial arts, 『基本』 (kihon, 'basic, basis') is emphasized as essential for mastery. For example, in karate, practicing basic moves is called 『基本稽古』 (kihon keiko, 'basic training').
Forms
Base: 基本Base noun form. Refers to fundamentals or foundational elements, often used as a modifier in compounds like 『基本的な』 (kihonteki na, 'basic').