No. 1,669 in Japanese
論
"論" means "theory," "argument," or "discussion."
In a sentence
彼の論はとても説得力があります。
His argument is very persuasive.
Here, '論' refers to an argument or reasoning being presented, indicating its use in discussions or debates.
科学的な論を基にした考え方を持っています。
He holds a way of thinking based on scientific theories.
In this sentence, '論' represents a theory or principle derived from scientific study, showcasing its application in academic contexts.
論理的に問題を解析する必要があります。
It is necessary to analyze the problem logically.
Here '論' forms part of '論理的', meaning logical, showing its role in constructing compound words related to reasoning or logic.
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