灋
law; method; rule
Meanings
6 senses · 15 examplesnoun
law; statute; rule
formalA foundational concept in legal and social contexts. It can refer to written laws, social norms, or scientific rules.
Citizens must obey the law.
The laws of nature cannot be violated.
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This is an internal company regulation, not national law.
noun
method; way; technique
neutralVery common in daily conversation and professional contexts to describe ways of doing things.
What good methods do you have for learning English?
He tried all sorts of methods and finally solved the problem.
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This calculation method is very simple.
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Buddhist dharma; the teachings of the Buddha
literaryA key term in Buddhism. In this context, it is often written as 佛法 (fó fǎ).
The Dharma master is explaining Buddhist teachings.
He took refuge in the Three Jewels: the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha.
noun
standard; model; criterion
literaryLess common than the primary meanings, often seen in classical or formal writing.
Take the ancients as a model.
His moral character is sufficient to serve as a model for future generations.
noun
France; French
neutralA common abbreviation for France or the French language. Often used in compound words.
He studied abroad in France for three years.
French cuisine is famous for its delicacy.
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He can speak French and English.
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way; principle; doctrine (philosophy)
literaryUsed in philosophical and theoretical contexts, similar to 'principle' or 'doctrine'.
The Tao follows the way of nature.
This is a fundamental principle of economics.