This is the 4196th most frequent Dutch word.
basic
Fundamental or essential.
Here, 'basic' is used as an adjective to describe simple and essential items, commonly referring to clothing that can easily be combined with other items.
Ik hou van basic kledingstukken omdat ze veelzijdig zijn.
I love basic clothes because they are versatile.
Here, 'basic' is used to denote fundamental or elementary principles, highlighting foundational knowledge in a subject.
In wiskunde leren we eerst de basic principes voordat we verdergaan.
In mathematics, we first learn the basic principles before continuing.
Here, 'basic' implies simplicity or lack of sophistication, often indicating simplicity in style or quality but not dismissive of potential usefulness.