Definition
条理 (tiáolǐ) refers to logical order and systematic arrangement, especially in speaking, writing, or thinking – ideas presented in a clear, organized way. 层次 (céngcì) also describes arrangement of ideas, but emphasizes different levels or layers, not necessarily logical flow. 秩序 (zhìxù) is about social order or sequence, not internal logic.
noun
logical ordersystematic arrangementmethodical clarity
Easily confused
- 条例tiáo lìsound-alikeformal regulations; ordinances; code of conduct
Examples
- 条理，。Tā jiǎnghuà hěn méiyǒu tiáo lǐ, ràng rén tīng bù dǒng.His speech is very disorganized, making it hard for people to understand.
- ，条理。Xiě lùnwén de shíhou, tiáo lǐ fēicháng zhòngyào.When writing a thesis, logical organization is very important.
- 条理，。Zhège jìhuà shèjì de hěn yǒu tiáo lǐ, měi yí bù dōu hěn qīngchu.This plan is designed very systematically; every step is clear.
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