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How to Say "groundwork" in Spanish

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bases

BAH-sesˈbases

nounA2
Use 'bases' when referring to the foundational planning, initial stages, or underlying principles of a project or agreement.
A sturdy, wide stone foundation supporting the corners of a small, simple wooden house frame, illustrating underlying structure.

Examples

Necesitamos revisar las bases del contrato antes de firmar.

We need to review the foundations (or terms) of the contract before signing.

El corredor llegó a la segunda bases sin problema.

The runner reached second base without a problem.

La ciencia moderna se apoya en bases sólidas de investigación.

Modern science rests upon solid foundations of research.

Always Feminine Plural

Even though it ends in '-es', remember that 'bases' is the plural of 'la base' (feminine), so you must use feminine articles and adjectives with it (e.g., 'las bases fuertes').

infantería

nounC1informal
Use 'infantería' to describe the essential, often difficult, practical work or legwork that needs to be done to achieve a goal.

Examples

Hicimos toda la infantería de la campaña puerta a puerta.

We did all the groundwork for the campaign going door to door.

Bases vs. Infantería

Learners often confuse 'bases' and 'infantería' because both relate to beginnings. Remember that 'bases' refers to the abstract initial planning or principles, while 'infantería' is about the concrete, hands-on labor.

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