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[せつ()]
setsu
noun, noun, used as a suffix

English Meaning(s) for 説

noun, noun, used as a suffix
  1. theory; doctrine
noun
  1. opinion; view
  2. rumour; rumor; gossip; hearsay

Definition and Synonyms for 説

Theory a belief that can guide behavior
Synonyms: セオリー, 理屈, 理論,
Theory a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world
Synonyms: セオリー, 体系, 公理, 原理, 学説, 定理, 理論,
Theory an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
Synonyms: セオリー, 体系, 公理, 原理, 学説, 定理, 理論,

Meanings for each kanji in 説

» rumor; opinion; theory

Categories 説 is a member of

Explanation thought that makes something comprehensible
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Belief any cognitive content held as true
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 説

Sample Sentences for 説

The theory will find general acceptance.
For all you say, I still believe in the truth of the theory.
That group strongly believes the flat earth theory or whatever it’s called.
Copernicus proposed the idea that the Earth travels around the Sun.
Strictly speaking, the theory is not correct.

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