hok6 paai3學派学派
Jyutpinghok6 paai3
Yalehohk paai
Definition
School of thought; a group of people or theories with similar views within an academic field.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a collective group of thinkers or a body of theory sharing a common methodology or philosophical foundation. It is almost exclusively used in formal, academic, or historical contexts rather than casual conversation. When discussing modern or less rigid groups, people often prefer using the term 派別 instead.
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Which school of thought do they belong to?
The theories of this school of thought are very profound.
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Common phrases
Confucian school of thought
many different schools of thought existing side by side
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 學校, which refers strictly to a physical school building or institution. Ensure you use 學派 only when discussing intellectual traditions or theoretical frameworks.
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