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“ethics” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinlún lǐ

Example

在伦理上,这个问题很复杂。zài lún lǐ shàng zhè ge wèn tí hěn fù zá

Ethically, this issue is very complicated.

Illustration for 伦理 (ethics)

How to say “ethics” in Chinese

“Ethics” in Chinese is 伦理 (lún lǐ).

A set of standards that keeps human conduct and relationships within what is considered right.

Full entry for 伦理: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 伦理

这种做法明显违反伦理。zhè zhǒng zuò fǎ míng xiǎn wéi fǎn lún lǐ

This practice clearly violates ethics.

Tips for using 伦理

  • In formal discussions of medicine, technology, or public policy, this word frames a question as one about principles rather than simply whether a person is good or bad.

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