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broad foundation

[/brɔːd faʊnˈdeɪʃən/]
nounpl: broad foundations
base ampla
1. A wide and strong base or fundamental structure that supports something larger or more complex
The company built its success on a broad foundation of customer loyalty and innovation.
A empresa construiu seu sucesso sobre uma base ampla de fidelidade do cliente e inovação.
2. A comprehensive set of fundamental principles, knowledge, or skills that serve as the basis for development or growth
A broad foundation in mathematics is essential for studying engineering.
Uma base ampla em matemática é essencial para estudar engenharia.
3. A solid or stable groundwork that enables expansion or advancement in various directions
The education program provides a broad foundation for students before specialization.
O programa de educação fornece uma base ampla para os alunos antes da especialização.
Synonyms
solid foundationstrong basewide basecomprehensive foundationsturdy groundwork
Antonyms
narrow foundationweak baselimited foundationunstable base

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
base ampla
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
alicerce sólido
Alternative formal term used in business contexts
Portugal
fundação sólida
Formal and common in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

build on a broad foundation
lay a broad foundation
establish a broad foundation
foundation is broad enough
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