(lǐ lùn) - theory in Mandarin

lǐlùn

Traditional: 理論

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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jiàn。

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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