basic articles
[ˈbeɪsɪk ˈɑːrtɪklz]
nounpl: basic articles
artigos básicos
1. Essential commodities or goods that are necessary for daily living, typically including food, clothing, and hygiene products
The store sells basic articles at affordable prices.
A loja vende artigos básicos a preços acessíveis.
2. Fundamental items required for survival or minimum standards of living
Access to basic articles should be a human right.
O acesso aos artigos básicos deve ser um direito humano.
3. In grammar and linguistics, the fundamental or primary articles (a, an, the in English)
Students must master basic articles before learning advanced grammar.
Os alunos devem dominar os artigos básicos antes de aprender gramática avançada.
In Brazil, 'artigos básicos' is commonly referenced in discussions about the cost of living and inflation, particularly regarding food baskets (cesta básica). This term is frequently used in economic reports and consumer protection contexts.
NYC Slang
essentials, staples
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