dei6 gei1地基
Jyutpingdei6 gei1
Yaledeih gēi
Definition
Foundation; the structural base of a building that prevents it from sinking or collapsing.
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How it's used
Beyond the literal construction sense, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe the fundamental basis of a skill or knowledge system. It implies that without a solid starting point, any further progress will be unstable or prone to failure. It is common to hear people talk about building a strong foundation when learning a new language or studying a complex subject.
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The foundation of this building was laid very deep.
When building, the most important thing is that the foundation is stable.
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Grammar guides
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