Chinese

shìfēi
Meaning: right and wrong; quarrel; dispute
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

是
非

Example sentences

We should distinguish between right and wrong and not easily believe rumors.
這是判斷是非的尺度。
这是判断是非的尺度。
This is the standard for judging right and wrong.
我們需要學會辨別是非。
我们需要学会辨别是非。
We need to learn to distinguish right from wrong.
我們應該明辨是非。
我们应该明辨是非。
We should clearly distinguish between right and wrong.

Usage Notes

Can refer to the objective sense of truth vs. falsehood, or interpersonal drama/gossip.

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