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推理 (tuīlǐ) — use 推论 when emphasizing the conclusion drawn, while 推理 focuses more on the reasoning process itself.
Learners often confuse 推论 with similar words like 结论 (conclusion) and may use them interchangeably, but 推论 focuses more on the process of inference itself. It's mostly used in formal contexts, particularly in academic writing or discussions.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 推论 connects to other analytical terms like 分析 (analysis) and 论证 (argumentation). Students should focus on using it in logical argument structures to enhance their academic writing skills.
Learners sometimes mistakenly use the phrase 推论 to describe a conclusion, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我的推论是...' (My 推论 is...) should be corrected to '我的结论是...' (My conclusion is...).
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How to say to infer in Chinese
“to infer” in Chinese is推论
推论 (tui1 lun4) refers to the process of drawing a conclusion based on premises or evidence. It is commonly used in academic and analytical contexts, where logical reasoning is essential to arrive at a sound inference or corollary from given information.
When to use 推论
Learners often confuse 推论 with similar words like 结论 (conclusion) and may use them interchangeably, but 推论 focuses more on the process of inference itself. It's mostly used in formal contexts, particularly in academic writing or discussions.
推论 or something close to it
推理 (tuīlǐ) — use 推论 when emphasizing the conclusion drawn, while 推理 focuses more on the reasoning process itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes mistakenly use the phrase 推论 to describe a conclusion, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我的推论是...' (My 推论 is...) should be corrected to '我的结论是...' (My conclusion is...).
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Grammar Patterns of 推论
推论 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 推论
推论 refers to the process of inferring conclusions from evidence, while 结论 specifically denotes the conclusion itself.
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