elementar
Translation
elementary, fundamental, basic
Examples
Das ist eine elementare Frage.
That is a fundamental question.
Wasser ist für das Leben elementar.
Water is elementary for life.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is elementar ((for sb./sth.)) sth. is elementary/fundamental for sb./sth. Sauerstoff ist für Menschen elementar.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grundlegend (fundamental), fundamental; Antonyms: komplex (complex), fortgeschritten (advanced)
Etymology
From Latin 'elementarius', related to 'Element' (element).
Memory Tips
It's a cognate of 'elementary'. Think 'Elementary, my dear Watson' - meaning basic or fundamental.