das ABC
Translation
the alphabet, the ABCs, the basics
Examples
Kinder lernen in der Schule das ABC.
Children learn the ABCs at school.
Das ist das ABC der guten Manieren.
These are the basics of good manners.
Grammar Patterns
to learn the ABCs Mein Sohn lernt gerade das ABC.
the basics of sth. Das ist das ABC des Kochens.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Alphabet, Grundlagen (basics)
Etymology
From the first three letters of the Latin alphabet: A, B, C.
Memory Tips
Just like in English, it refers to the alphabet or the most fundamental principles of a subject.