此理 (cǐ lǐ) — this principle; this reasoning
Definition
Formal written pronoun meaning 'this principle' or 'this reasoning,' used in classical-style or argumentative prose. 道理 covers everyday reasoning; 此理 is the literary, demonstrative form of that word.
pronoun
this principlethis reasoning
Examples
- 此理。Wǒ men bì xū lǐ jiě cǐ lǐ cái néng jiě jué wèn tí.We must understand this principle to solve the problem.
- 此理。cǐ lǐ Shì yòng yú suǒ yǒu qíng kuàng.This principle applies to all situations.
- 此理。Tā fǎn fù qiáng diào cǐ lǐ de zhòng yào xìng.He repeatedly emphasized the importance of this principle.
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