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How do you say "physics" in Chinese?
物理
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In Chinese, "physics" is 物理.
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Pronunciation
Say 'moo' (falling tone) then 'lee' (falling tone). Two syllables.
Writing and usage
Two characters. 物 means thing or matter (eight strokes), 理 means principle (eleven strokes).
Example sentence
物理课学习力。
Physics class teaches about forces.
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How to remember 物理
物 refers to things or matter, 理 means principle or law. 物理 is the principles governing physical matter.
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Questions about 物理
How do you say "physics" in Chinese?
In Chinese, "physics" is 物理. It is a noun.
How is 物理 written in Chinese?
Two characters. 物 means thing or matter (eight strokes), 理 means principle (eleven strokes).
How is 物理 used in a sentence?
Use 物理 as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: 物理课学习力。 (Physics class teaches about forces.).
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