道理 dàolǐ
reason / principle / truth
道理 (dàolǐ) means "reason / principle / truth" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
Words used with 道理
深刻
shēnkè
deep / profound
胜利
shènglì
victory
父母
fùmǔ
parents
哲学
zhéxué
philosophy
Frequently asked questions
What does 道理 (dàolǐ) mean in Chinese?
道理 (dàolǐ) means "reason / principle / truth" in Chinese. 道理 (dàolǐ) means "reason / principle / truth" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
How do you use 道理 in a sentence?
Use 道理 (dàolǐ) the way you would use "reason / principle / truth" in English, then build longer sentences by adding words you already know around it.
What words are commonly used with 道理?
Common words that pair with 道理 include 深刻. Learning these together helps you build complete, natural sentences instead of isolated vocabulary.
What is the difference between 道理 (dàolǐ) and 机会 (jīhuì)?
Both are high-frequency Chinese words taught early in Speak1000. 道理 means "reason / principle / truth"; 机会 means "opportunity / chance". The fastest way to tell them apart is to hear each one used in real sentences — our free lessons drill every word in context so the contrast becomes natural.
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