What Distinguishes Technique from Technology?

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Technique and technology, while often used interchangeably, have distinct meanings. Technology refers to the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, while technique is a systematic method for accomplishing a specific task. The discussion highlights that in English, these terms do not carry the same connotation. A humorous perspective suggests that technology can be seen as science that has not yet been fully realized. Understanding these differences is essential for clarity in discussions about their applications.
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What is the difference between technique and technology?
 
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One is originally French's while the other is English's adapted term. Both have the same meaning in general. In "technology", you will use "techniques", but in techniques, there is no "technology" for you to use or you are not a native speaker, well, I am not either.
 
In English, they certainly do not mean the same thing.

Technology is, broadly speaking, the application of science.

A technique is a systematic procedure by which a task is accomplished.


One wit once stated that "technology is science which doesn't work yet".
 

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