Fichte (en. Fichte)
/fiʃtə/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Name of the German philosopher Johann Gottlieb Fichte, known for his work in idealism and transcendental philosophy.
Fichte's thought influenced many later philosophical movements.
El pensamiento de Fichte influyó en muchas corrientes filosóficas posteriores.
Fichte also refers to the conception of 'self-consciousness' in philosophy.
'Self-consciousness' is a central concept in Fichte's works.
La 'auto conciencia' es un concepto central en las obras de Fichte.
Etymology
The name 'Fichte' comes from the surname of Johann Gottlieb Fichte, who lived between 1762 and 1814.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Fichte and philosophy
It refers to the philosophical principles developed by Fichte.
Fichte y la filosofía
Fichtean thought
A concept that encompasses the central themes in Fichte's work.
pensamiento fichteano
Related Words
idealism
A philosophical current that emphasizes the primacy of the mind over matter.
idealismo
transcendentalism
An approach that examines the relationship between experience, the mind, and nature.
trascendentalismo
Slang Meanings
In academic contexts, 'Fichte' is used sarcastically to refer to someone who is very idealistic.
He is a true Fichte when he talks about his utopian ideas.
Él es un verdadero Fichte cuando habla de sus ideas utópicas.