Filosofías (en. Philosophies)

/filo.soˈfi.as/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The study of fundamental issues regarding existence, knowledge, and morality.
Philosophy is a discipline that invites deep reflection.
La filosofía es una disciplina que invita a la reflexión profunda.
A system of thought that guides the life of a person or group.
His philosophy of life is based on respect and tolerance.
Su filosofía de vida se basa en el respeto y la tolerancia.
A set of fundamental ideas that characterize a way of thinking.
Eastern philosophies have a very different worldview compared to the Western.
Las filosofías orientales tienen una visión del mundo muy diferente a la occidental.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

philosophy of life
A set of beliefs and principles that guide a person's existence.
filosofía de vida
political philosophy
A set of theories and principles that guide the exercise of power.
filosofía política
educational philosophy
Theory that guides educational practice.
filosofía educativa

Related Words

philosopher
A person who studies and reflects on philosophical issues.
filósofo
moral philosophy
A branch of philosophy that studies ethics.
filosofía moral
modern philosophy
Schools of thought that have emerged from the Renaissance to the present day.
filosofía moderna

Slang Meanings

A critical perspective on life
He always has a very unique philosophy on how to tackle problems.
Siempre tiene una filosofía muy singular sobre cómo enfrentar los problemas.
Justification for behaviors
She has her own philosophy that justifies why she never arrives on time.
Tiene su propia filosofía que justifica por qué nunca llega a tiempo.