哲人 (zhé rén) — sage; philosopher

Definition

Literary/written term for a 'sage' or 'philosopher,' emphasizing wisdom and moral stature. Slightly more elevated and old-fashioned than the everyday 哲学家.

noun
sagephilosopher
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Examples

  • 哲人
    Zhè wèi zhé rén de sī xiǎng yǐng xiǎng le hěn duō rén.
    This philosopher's thoughts have influenced many people.
  • 哲人
    Gǔ dài zhé rén cháng cháng sī kǎo rén shēng de yì yì.
    Ancient sages often pondered the meaning of life.
  • 哲人
    Tā shì yí wèi zhēn zhèng de zhé rén, bù jǐn xué shí yuān bó, ér qiě pǐn dé gāo shàng.
    He is a true sage, not only learned but also of noble character.

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