basicamente
/ˌba.zi.kaˈmẽ.t͡ʃi/
The English phrase 'basically' is translated into Portuguese as basicamente.
basicamente means in a fundamental or basic manner. Like in English, it is frequently used as a filler word in spoken Portuguese to simplify a complex explanation or to introduce a summary.
Meaning: in a fundamental or basic manner (adv)
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 5 syllables, with the stress on the 4th syllable: /ˌba.zi.kaˈmẽ.tʃi/.
Did you know?
- In Brazil, the filler word tipo is often used in the exact same way that an English speaker uses 'basically' to pause or simplify a thought.
- The root word básica can also refer to a 'basic' or undershirt in certain Brazilian contexts, which is a different meaning from the English 'basic'.
- The word basicamente is derived from the Greek 'basis', meaning 'step' or 'foundation', a connection shared with the English word 'base'.
Examples in context
- Basicamente é a mesma coisa.Basically, it is the same thing.Tatoeba #2298208 by akilez, translation #1769884 by kate15
- Basicamente gosto do seu plano.I basically like your plan.Tatoeba #3871206 by Laudemilson, translation #3870080 by AlanF_US
- Foi basicamente por isso que vim.That's basically why I came.Tatoeba #11257180 by Advanced, translation #4665737 by CK
- Essencialmente, o projeto visa melhorar a eficiência energética.Basically, the project aims to improve energy efficiency.
- Essencialmente, a vida é uma jornada de aprendizado.Basically, life is a journey of learning.
- No fundo, tudo se resume a uma questão de ética.Basically, everything boils down to an ethical matter.
- No geral, a resposta é simples.Basically, the answer is simple.
- No fundo das contas, ele só queria um pouco de atenção.Basically, he just wanted some attention.
- No fim das contas, não importa quem tem razão.Basically, it doesn't matter who is right.
- No fim e ao cabo, tudo se resume a uma questão de perspectiva.Basically, everything boils down to a matter of perspective.
- Resumindo, é uma história de amor proibido.Basically, it's a forbidden love story.
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Example conversation
Mariana and Felipe are discussing a new project plan at a cafe.
- MarianaFelipe, como está o novo projeto?Felipe, how is the new project?
- FelipeBasicamente, tudo está pronto para começar.Basically, everything is ready to start.
- MarianaQue bom que você conseguiu resolver isso.It is good that you managed to resolve this.
- FelipeSim, agora só falta a aprovação final.Yes, now we only need the final approval.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “basically” translations and entries basicamente, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries basicamente, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
