物理
wùlǐ
The English word "physics" is translated into Chinese as 物理 (wùlǐ).
物理 refers to the branch of science known as physics.
Meaning: branch of science (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The term 物理 is composed of 物, meaning matter or thing and 理, meaning principle, reason or logic.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Cantonese, physics can be expressed as 物理學.
How does it change in a sentence?
In Chinese, 物理 is an uncountable noun and does not change form for pluralization.
How do you pronounce it?
wùlǐ
Did you know?
- The character 理 in 物理 also refers to the grain or texture of wood and silk. In ancient Chinese thought, understanding the laws of physics was akin to following the natural grain of the universe.
- In Chinese, the word for 'physical therapy' uses the same characters 物理 followed by 治疗. This creates a linguistic link between the fundamental laws of nature and the practice of healing the body.
- While 'physics' describes a field of study in English, the Chinese term 物理 can also be used more broadly to refer to 'physical properties' of a specific object.
Examples in context
- 他的物理学得很好。He does well in physics.This sentence is useful for describing how well someone performs in the subject of 物理.Tatoeba #836558 by iMaple, translation #836559 by CM
- 物理是基础自然科学。Physics is the basic physical science.This sentence is useful for defining 物理 as a basic physical science.Tatoeba #2188487 by sadhen, translation #319983 by shekitten
- 学习物理能够改变思维。Learning physics can change your way of thinking.This sentence is useful for stating that studying 物理 can change one's way of thinking.Tatoeba #1750410 by sadhen, translation #7797410 by sharris123
- 我对物理学非常感兴趣。I am very interested in Physics.
- 物理学是一门重要的科学学科。Physics is an important scientific discipline.
- 我对物理很着迷。I am fascinated by Physics.
- 自然科学中的物理是一门很有趣的学科。Physics in natural sciences is a very interesting subject.
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Example conversation
Two students are discussing their class schedule.
- 晓雯 Xiaowen俊杰，你喜欢上物理课吗？Jùnjié, nǐ xǐhuān shàng wùlǐ kè ma?Junjie, do you like taking physics class?
- 俊杰 Junjie我觉得物理很难，但很有趣。Wǒ juéde wùlǐ hěn nán, dàn hěn yǒuqù.I think physics is difficult, but very interesting.
- 晓雯 Xiaowen我也这么觉得，尤其是力学部分。Wǒ yě zhème juéde, yóuqí shì lìxué bùfèn.I feel the same way, especially the mechanics part.
- 俊杰 Junjie我们要一起复习物理吗？Wǒmen yào yìqǐ fùxí wùlǐ ma?Shall we review physics together?
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
