German word

Philosophie

Pronunciation

IPA/filozoˈfiː/

Meaning

  • feminine nounphilosophy

Example

In der Wissenschaft gibt es verschiedene Philosophien.

There are various philosophies in science.

Illustration for Philosophie (philosophy)

More examples

Gestern haben wir beim Abendessen über Philosophie gesprochen.

Yesterday at dinner, we talked about philosophy.

Core concept

A connected framework for examining reality and guiding choices beyond any single practical problem.

Common phrases

  • über Philosophie sprechen

    talk about philosophy

  • sich für Philosophie interessieren

    be interested in philosophy

  • Alltagsphilosophie

    everyday philosophy

Similar words

Meinung: A view or judgment about a particular matter.
Einstellung: A general way of thinking about or responding to something.
Überzeugung: A firmly held belief regarded as true.
Haltung: An attitude shown through actions and behavior.

Definition in German

Philosophie bezeichnet sowohl die wissenschaftliche Disziplin, die grundlegende Fragen systematisch untersucht, als auch eine zusammenhängende Denkweise oder Lehre.

Word origin

The German noun is a borrowing from Latin philosophia, which derives from Greek philosophia, the combination of philos, loving, and sophia, wisdom.

Usage tips

  • In German, Philosophie can refer to a coherent practical approach, as in eine Philosophie vertreten, not only to an academic subject.

Other meanings

  • outlooknoun
  • doctrinenoun

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