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10 Language-to-English DictionariesConfucianisme
Pronunciation / Transliteration: kɔ̃.fy.zi.ɲism
"Le confucianisme a une grande influence sur la culture chinoise."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A philosophical and ethical system based on the teachings of Confucius, emphasizing moral integrity, social harmony, and filial piety.
"In modern China, Confucianism plays a significant role in shaping social values and family relationships." - 2
The body of doctrine, teachings, and practices associated with Confucius and his followers.
"Confucianism has influenced various aspects of governance and education throughout East Asia."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Latinized name of the Chinese sage Confucius (Master Kong) combined with the English suffix -ism, indicating a system of thought. Originating in ancient China during the Spring and Autumn period, it developed into a foundational socio-political and ethical philosophy profoundly influencing East Asian civilization.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Confucianism" is said worldwide
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Confucianisme
Transliteration: kɔ̃.fy.zi.ɲism
"Le confucianisme a une grande influence sur la culture chinoise."
Konfuzianismus
Transliteration: kɔn.fuˈtsi̯aˌnɪs.mus
"Der Konfuzianismus betont die Bedeutung von Moral und sozialer Harmonie."
Confucianesimo
Transliteration: kon.fu.tʃaˈne.zi.mo
"Il confucianesimo ha influenzato profondamente la società cinese."
Confucianismo
Transliteration: kon.fu.θjaˈnizmo
"El confucianismo es fundamental en la ética oriental."
Confucionismo
Transliteration: kõ.fu.si.oˈniz.mu
"O confucionismo é uma filosofia que valoriza a harmonia social."
कन्फ्यूशियानिज़्म
Transliteration: kanfyūśiyānijm
"कन्फ्यूशियानिज़्म ने पूर्वी एशिया की संस्कृति को आकार दिया है।"
儒家思想
Transliteration: rújiā sīxiǎng
"儒家思想在中国文化中占据重要地位。"
유교
Transliteration: yugyo
"유교는 한국 사회의 윤리에 큰 영향을 미쳤습니다."
儒教
Transliteration: Jukyō
"儒教は日本の文化に深い影響を与えています。"
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