Basically
Adverb
UK
/ˈbeɪ.sɪ.kəl.i/
US
/ˈbeɪ.sɪ.kli/
Definition
In a simple way, focusing on the main or most important point.
Example
"Basically, it's easy."
"She basically explained the plan in a few words so that everyone could understand."
"Basically, the new system works faster and makes the job easier for everyone in the office."
Explanation
“Basically” is used to explain something in a simple way, focusing only on the main or most important part. It helps when you want to summarise or make a complicated idea easier to understand. For example, if someone explains a difficult topic and you say, “So basically, it’s about saving money,” you are simplifying the idea. It can also mean “in general” or “for the most part.”