B1nounphilosophyeducation
US/fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/
UK/fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/
the study of big questions about life, knowledge and right and wrong; also a person's set of beliefs
In context
She studied philosophy at university and now teaches ethics.
Our company philosophy is to treat every customer fairly.
His philosophy of life is simple: work hard and be kind.
Words that go with philosophy
adjective + noun
- moral philosophyMoral philosophy asks what we owe to other people.
- political philosophyShe wrote a book on political philosophy.
- personal philosophyHonesty is part of my personal philosophy.
noun + preposition
- philosophy of lifeHis philosophy of life changed after the trip.
verb + noun
- study philosophyMany students study philosophy before law.
noun + noun
- philosophy degreeShe has a philosophy degree from Hanoi University.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I like philosophicCorrect: I like philosophy