常理

cháng lǐ

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

1. common sense
2. conventional reasoning and morals

Word relationships

Related words

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• 道理 dào li 道理 dào li reason 常理是一般道理的基础: reason
• 人之常情 rén zhī cháng qíng 人之常情 rén zhī cháng qíng human nature (idiom) 常理包含人之常情，普遍情感与道德: human nature (idiom)

Synonyms

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• 常识 cháng shí 常识 cháng shí common sense 指一般知识或普遍认可的认知，与常理接近: common sense

Usage notes

Formality

Used in both formal and informal contexts, but especially common in formal discussions about morality or logic.

Example Sentences

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这件事不合 常理 。

This matter is not in accordance with common sense.

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Child Words of 常理

• 常 常 cháng: always
• 理 理 lǐ: texture