This is the 4402nd most frequent Japanese word.
哲学
Philosophy.
The word '哲学' (philosophy) refers to the academic discipline that involves studying fundamental questions. It is used as a noun here.
私は大学で哲学を専攻しました。
I majored in philosophy at university.
In this context, '哲学' refers to a personal philosophy or perspective on life, showcasing an abstract and applied usage.
彼の言葉には人生の哲学が感じられる。
His words convey a sense of life's philosophy.
Here, '哲学' is part of the adjective '哲学的', meaning 'philosophical,' referring to a thought process associated with philosophy.