Definition
定律 (dìnglǜ) is a specific, formulated scientific law (e.g., 牛顿定律 Newton's law) or a well‑observed generalization in human affairs. It differs from 规律 (guīlǜ), which refers to the recurring pattern itself (e.g., a rhythm), and from 法则 (fǎzé), a broader abstract principle (e.g., 自然法则). 定律 has a precise, often named scope.
noun
scientific law (e.g., law of conservation of energy)generalization based on observation (in human affairs, e.g., 'power corrupts')
Examples
- 定律。Niúdùn de wànyǒu yǐnlì dìng lǜ shì wùlǐxué de jīchǔ.Newton's law of universal gravitation is the foundation of physics.
- 定律，。Zhè tiáo shèhuì dìng lǜ gàosu wǒmen, quánlì huì dǎozhì fǔbài.This social law tells us that power leads to corruption.
- 定律。Jīngjìxué zhōng de gōngqiú dìng lǜ jiěshì le jiàgé biànhuà.The law of supply and demand in economics explains price changes.
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