Chinese
dúlì
Meaning: independent; independence; to stand alone
Part of Speech: Adjective, Verb

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Example sentences

她從小就很獨立。
她从小就很独立。
She has been very independent since she was young.
我們需要培養獨立思考的能力。
We need to cultivate the ability to think independently.
司法獨立是民主國家的基石。
Judicial independence is the cornerstone of a democratic country.
學生在學校住宿可訓練其獨立自主的精神。
Students living at school can train their spirit of independence and autonomy.
不要迷信權威,要有獨立思考的能力。
Don't blindly believe in authority; have the ability to think independently.

Usage Notes

Can refer to political independence or personal self-reliance.

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