What is the Spanish word for "foundation"?

Learn how to say "foundation" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

foundation

Spanish

cimientos

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Alternative translations of "foundation"

fundación
base
fundamento
crema base

Examples of how to use "foundation" in Spanish

English
This building has a very strong foundation.
Spanish
Este edificio tiene una base muy sólida.
English
The house needs a stronger foundation this year.
Spanish
La casa necesita una base más fuerte este año.
English
She donated money to the scholarship foundation.
Spanish
Ella donó dinero a la fundación de becas.
English
Good grammar gives students a solid foundation.
Spanish
Una buena gramática le da a los estudiantes una base sólida.
English
The scientist explained the foundation of the theory.
Spanish
El científico explicó los fundamentos de la teoría.

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