De kennisleer
Example: In de colleges filosofie leerden we over de kennisleer.
Definition
"De kennisleer" refers to the branch of philosophy that studies the nature, origin, and limits of human knowledge. It explores how knowledge is acquired, validated, and distinguished from belief or opinion, often addressing questions about truth, justification, and skepticism.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de kennisleer" combines "kennis," meaning knowledge, and "leer," meaning doctrine or study. It literally translates to 'the study of knowledge.' This term aligns closely with the English concept of epistemology, derived from Greek roots meaning 'knowledge' and 'study.'
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"De kennisleer" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the theory of knowledge