(しょほてき)

しょほてき
na-adjective
elementary; basic
descriptive
1. elementary; basic; rudimentary
Relating to the first or most fundamental level of something. Often used for beginner-level knowledge, skills, or mistakes.
初歩的(しょほてき)質問(しつもん)すみません。
Sorry for the basic question.
初歩的(しょほてき)ミスした
I made an elementary mistake.
これ初歩的(しょほてき)文法(ぶんぽう)です。
This is basic grammar.

Usage: Used to describe something at a beginner or fundamental level. Often has a slightly apologetic or humble nuance when referring to one's own questions or mistakes.

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