前提 (qián tí) — (logic) premise; prerequisite, precondition
Definition
前提 is a more formal, often logical 'premise' — the assumed basis for a conclusion or plan. 条件 is broader, covering general circumstances and requirements in daily life.
noun
(logic) premiseprerequisiteprecondition
Examples
- 前提。Zhè ge jié lùn de qián tí shì suǒ yǒu rén dōu tóng yì zhè ge fāng àn.The premise of this conclusion is that everyone agrees on this plan.
- 前提。Shēn qǐng zhè ge gǎng wèi de qián tí shì yǒu sān nián gōng zuò jīng yàn.The prerequisite for applying for this position is having three years of work experience.
- 前提。Xiāng hù lǐ jiě shì yǒu xiào gōu tōng de qián tí.Mutual understanding is the prerequisite for effective communication.
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