Usually rudiments. the elements or first principles of a subject: the rudiments of grammar. a mere beginning, first slight appearance, or undeveloped or imperfect form of something: the rudiments of a plan.

What does the rudiments mean?

1 : a basic principle or element or a fundamental skill —usually used in plural teaching themselves the rudiments of rational government— G. B. Galanti. 2a : something unformed or undeveloped : beginning —usually used in plural the rudiments of a plan.

How do you use rudiments in a sentence?

1. She learned the rudiments of brick-laying, wiring and plumbing. 2. You'll only have time to learn the rudiments of windsurfing in a week.