because he understands the basics of cooking

[angliholic]

But a good chef can work without recipes because he understands the basic/s of cooking.




Should I use the singular or plural form of basic/s in the above? Could it be replaced by "the basic principles/lessons?" Thanks.

[RonBee]

The title of the thread has it the right way, thus:

A a good chef can work without recipes because he understands the basics of cooking.

I suppose you could say "basic principles" instead of "basics", but why would you want to?

[angliholic]

The title of the thread has it the right way, thus:

A a good chef can work without recipes because he understands the basics of cooking.

I suppose you could say "basic principles" instead of "basics", but why would you want to?

Thanks, Ron.
I want to narrow down the meaning of "the basics of cooking."

[RonBee]

Basics of Cooking
Basic Cooking Lessons - Lessons on How to Cook Bake Clean Plan Parties Read Recipes - Cooking Lessons - Baking Lessons - How to Cook - How to Bake
Cooking & Baking - How To Information | eHow.com
Cooking Basics: Tips, Substitutions, Ingredients, Terms, Conversions and More!
How to Cook Basics - Quick Cooking Instructions
Cooking Basics - Kitchen Helpers

That should help.

[angliholic]

Thanks, Ron.