basic english

noun

Meaning

A simplified version of the English language consisting of a restricted vocabulary of 850 core words designed for international communication.

Examples

The manual was rewritten in Basic English to ensure it was accessible to non-native speakers.
He studied Basic English to improve his ability to communicate simple ideas clearly.

Synonyms: simple english, plain english, controlled language, simplified english

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basic english

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbeɪsɪk ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/

Definition

A simplified version of the English language consisting of a restricted vocabulary of 850 core words designed for international communication.

Examples

The manual was rewritten in Basic English to ensure it was accessible to non-native speakers.
He studied Basic English to improve his ability to communicate simple ideas clearly.

Synonyms of basic english

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