Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Philosophie (en. Philosophy)

    /filozofi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Field of study of abstract ideas and principles of thought.
    Kant's philosophy profoundly influenced modern thought.
    La philosophie de Kant a profondément influencé la pensée moderne.
    System of beliefs or ideas about life.
    His philosophy of life is centered on altruism.
    Sa philosophie de vie est centrée sur l'altruisme.
    Search for wisdom and truth.
    Philosophy aims to understand the world around us.
    La philosophie vise à comprendre le monde qui nous entoure.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'philosophia', which means 'love of wisdom'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    philosophy of life
    A philosophical approach to human experiences and choices.
    philosophie de la vie
    to do philosophy
    Engaging in critical and analytical reflection on various subjects.
    faire de la philosophie
    practical philosophy
    Application of philosophical concepts to concrete situations.
    philosophie pratique

    Related Words

    philosopher
    Person who studies or teaches philosophy.
    philosophe
    philosophical
    Related to philosophy or the philosophical way of thinking.
    philosophique
    to philosophize
    Acting as a philosopher, reflecting deeply.
    philosopher

    Slang Meanings

    Taking oneself too seriously in one's reflections.
    Stop philosophizing, we're not in philosophy class!
    Arrête de philosopher, on n'est pas en cours de philo!
    Having deep thoughts on simple subjects.
    He talks like a philosopher every time we discuss meals.
    Il parle comme un philosophe à chaque fois qu'on discute de repas.