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Basiswert

German → American English

American English

Underlying value

Ausgangs- oder Referenzwert, von dem weitere Berechnungen oder Vergleiche ausgehen.

Der Basiswert dient als Grundlage für die Berechnung des Endpreises.

Basiswert is often used in technical, financial, or statistical contexts. It usually refers to a starting or reference value, so it is less common in everyday conversation than Grundwert or Ausgangswert.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Basiswert mean in English?
Basiswert means "base value" or "reference value" in English, depending on the context.
Is Basiswert the same as Grundwert?
Often yes, but Basiswert is more technical and usually means a starting or reference value used for comparison or calculation.
How do you use Basiswert in a sentence?
A common example is: "Der Basiswert dient als Ausgangspunkt für die Berechnung."