What is another word for substratal?
Pronunciation: [sˈʌbstɹatə͡l] (IPA) 
Substratal refers to something that is basic or foundational. There are several synonyms that can be used in place of substratal depending on the context in which it is used. Some of the possible synonyms include foundational, fundamental, elemental, core, rudimentary, underlying, and basal. All of these words can be used to describe something that is essential or essential to the existence or structure of something else. For example, one might describe the substratal principles of a particular religion as being the fundamental beliefs that define that religion's core values. Similarly, one might describe the basal layer of soil in a given area as being the underlying foundation upon which all other soil layers depend.
