Fundamental
11 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Forming a necessary base or core element, of central importance. Describes something that is essential and from which other things develop or depend.
“Understanding basic physics is fundamental to engineering studies.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəl/
Syllables
fun·da·men·tal
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Wordle
Contains two A's and two N's. Watch for the pattern FUND and the -AMENTAL ending.
Scrabble
Worth 17 points base value. The F (4 points) and M (3 points) provide good scoring opportunities.
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