how to pronounce basis

/ˈbɛɪ.sɪs/

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basis is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of basis in a speech by a native speaker of british english:

“… us on a daily basis what the primary aim …”

meaning of basis

Basis means the foundation or starting point of something.

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