Socratic Meaning in English

word

US

səˈkɹætɪk

suh-KRAT-ik

UK

səˈkrætɪk

suh-KRAT-ik

Definition

Related to Socrates or his teaching style, especially using questions to encourage critical thinking and draw out ideas.

Usage & Nuances

Usually an academic or formal term. Commonly used in 'Socratic method' or 'Socratic seminar' for educational contexts focused on questioning. Not used to mean simply 'philosophical'.

• Spanish: socrático
• Portuguese (BR): socrático
• Portuguese (PT): socrático
• Chinese (Simplified): 苏格拉底式的
• Chinese (Traditional): 蘇格拉底式的
• Hindi: सोक्रेटिक
• Arabic: سقراطي
• Bengali: সক্রেটীয়
• Russian: сократический
• Japanese: ソクラテス的な
• Vietnamese: Socrates – kiểu Socratic
• Korean: 소크라테스식의
• Turkish: Sokratik
• Urdu: سقراطی
• Indonesian: Sokratik

Example Sentences

The teacher used a Socratic approach to lead the discussion.

basic

Our philosophy class is based on the Socratic method.

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He asked Socratic questions to help us think deeper.

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During the meeting, Josh took a Socratic role by constantly challenging our assumptions.

natural

Her Socratic questioning made everyone rethink their answers.

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If you want a quiet class, don't encourage a Socratic discussion!

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