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Definition
Confucianism or Ruism; the school of thought represented by Confucius, Mencius, and Xunzi.
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How it's used
Confucianism is treated as a formal academic or historical subject in Cantonese, similar to how it is discussed in other Chinese languages. It is almost exclusively used in intellectual, philosophical, or educational contexts rather than daily casual conversation. When discussing the specific teachings, people often refer to 仁義 or 禮教 alongside the school name.
Examples
He really likes studying Confucian thought.
Does Confucian doctrine still have an influence on modern society?
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Confucian thought
Confucian school of thought
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