aphorism in Chinese
aphorism in Chinese is 格言 — aphorism means a short, memorable saying that states a general truth.
aphorism in Chinese
格言
Pronounced: gé yán
A concise, terse, laconic, or memorable expression of a general truth or principle.
What does "aphorism" mean?
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noun A short, memorable saying that states a general truth.
"'Less is more' is an aphorism many designers like to quote."
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noun A concise statement of a principle in a particular field of knowledge.
"The textbook opens with an aphorism that sums up the field."
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aphorism in a sentence
- 'Less is more' is an aphorism many designers like to quote.
- The book is full of witty aphorisms about work and friendship.
- The textbook opens with an aphorism that sums up the field.
- Doctors once learned medicine through short aphorisms.
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What is "aphorism" in Chinese?
"aphorism" in Chinese is 格言. aphorism means: A short, memorable saying that states a general truth.
How do you pronounce 格言?
"aphorism" in Chinese is 格言, pronounced "gé yán".
How do you use "aphorism" in a sentence?
Example: "'Less is more' is an aphorism many designers like to quote." In Chinese, "aphorism" is 格言.
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