postulate in Chinese

postulate in Chinese is 公理 — postulate means something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.

postulate in Chinese

公理

noun

Pronounced: gōng lǐ

(logic) An axiom.

What does "postulate" mean?

noun Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.
noun A fundamental element; a basic principle.
noun A requirement; a prerequisite.

Common Chinese translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "postulate" in Chinese?

"postulate" in Chinese is 公理. postulate means: Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.

How do you pronounce 公理?

"postulate" in Chinese is 公理, pronounced "gōng lǐ".

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