Basic English
ˈbeɪsɪk ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ
Definition

Definition of Basic English - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
educationTECH.simplified English for teaching English as a second languageTECH.
  • Teachers use Basic English in ESL classes.
2.
languageTECH.simplified English for international communicationTECH.
  • Basic English helps people communicate across countries.
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Expressions with basic

basic materialsn.
essential elements needed for a process
Basic materials for the project include wood and nails.
basic trainingn.
introductory training covering essential skills
The new employees underwent basic training in customer service.
basic searchn.
simple search function offering few options usually one main search field
Use the basic search to quickly find files by name.
basic amenitiesn.
essential things needed for comfortable daily living
The hotel provides all basic amenities for guests.
basic cablen.
cable TV service with few channels and lower price
Many people subscribe to basic cable to save money.
basic datan.
essential simple facts or figures needed to describe or understand something
The form asks for basic data like your name and address.

Expressions with English

english rosen.
type of rose bred in England
The garden was full of beautiful English roses.
in plain Englishadv.
using simple and clear language
He explained the process in plain English so everyone could understand.
do you speak Englishexp.
ask if someone can communicate in English
Excuse me, do you speak English?
simple Englishn.
plain and easy-to-understand form of English
She prefers to write her articles in simple English for clarity..
broken Englishn.
English spoken with many mistakes
He spoke in broken English, making it hard to understand.
English breakfastn.
traditional British morning meal with cooked items
I had an English breakfast with eggs and bacon.
plain Englishn.
language that is clear and easy to understand
The instructions were written in plain English.
English muffinn.
small, round, flat yeast-leavened bread often split and toasted
He topped the toasted English muffin with eggs and cheese..
modern Englishadj.
related to the present or recent times
Modern English literature reflects current societal issues.
Old English Sheepdogn.
herding dog breed with shaggy grey and white fur
The Old English Sheepdog is great with children.

Terms related to Basic English

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English psychologist who designed Basic English

Examples of Basic English in a sentence

  • Basic English is often used in international business settings.
  • Students use Basic English in international schools.
  • Basic English simplifies complex ideas for learners.

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  1. French:anglais simplifié, ...
  2. German:Basic English, ...
  3. Italian:Basic English, inglese base, ...
  4. Spanish:inglés básico, Basic English, ...
  5. Portuguese:Basic English, Inglês Básico, ...
  6. Chinese:基础英语, ...
  7. Japanese:ベーシック・イングリッシュ, ...
  8. Arabic:الإنجليزية الأساسية, الإنجليزية المبسطة, ...
  9. Hebrew:אַנְגְּלִית בְּסִיסִית, אַנְגְּלִית פְּשׁוּטָה, ...
  10. Russian:базовый английский, Базовый английский, ...
  11. Ukrainian:базова англійська, Базова англійська, ...
  12. Hindi:बेसिक इंग्लिश, ...
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