理论
lǐlùnTraditional: 理論
#1935 of 5,000 Core 5000
Translation
theory
Word origin
A compound of 理 (lǐ, reason, principle) and 论 (lùn, discourse, to discuss), meaning a reasoned system of ideas.
- Origin
- compound
- Root
- 理 (lǐ, principle) + 论 (lùn, discourse)
Stroke order
理
论
Examples
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This is only a theory.
践。
Theory and practice are equally important.
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His theory makes a lot of sense.
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The scientist put forward a new theory.
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We should apply theory to real situations.
理论 (lǐ lùn) means theory, a reasoned framework of ideas, often set against 实践 (shí jiàn, practice). It is common in academic and everyday discussion alike.
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