philosopher
/fɪˈlɒsəfə/ · /fɪˈlɑːsəfər/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4741 in the learning path
哲学家
Definitions
n. Someone who studies fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and values.
哲学家
Example
The philosopher asked us what makes a life meaningful.
那位哲学家问我们，什么使人生有意义。
A philosopher might question whether economic growth should be the main measure of a society's progress.
哲学家可能会质疑，经济增长是否应当成为衡量社会进步的主要标准。
Collocations
- moral philosopher
- political philosopher
- ancient philosopher
Word family
- philosophy (n.)
- philosophical (adj.)
- philosophically (adv.)
- philosophise (v.)
Usage tip
philosopher指人，philosophy指哲学或理念。
FAQ
- What does philosopher mean?
- Someone who studies fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and values.
- How is philosopher pronounced?
- UK /fɪˈlɒsəfə/, US /fɪˈlɑːsəfər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
