What is another word for western philosophy?
Pronunciation: [wˈɛstən fɪlˈɒsəfi] (IPA) 
Western philosophy refers to the philosophical thought and tradition that originated in the Western countries, including Europe and North America. Some synonyms for Western philosophy are European philosophy, Occidental philosophy, Euro-American philosophy, and Continental philosophy. Continental philosophy specifically refers to the philosophical movement that emerged in continental Europe after World War II, which includes existentialism, phenomenology, and postmodernism. On the other hand, analytic philosophy is another synonym for Western philosophy, which emphasizes the use of logical and linguistic analysis as a method of philosophical inquiry. While each of these terms differs slightly in their meanings and implications, they all refer to the philosophical tradition that has dominated the Western intellectual world for centuries.
