When we say something is ‘empirical’, it means we learn about it by using our senses like seeing, hearing, or touching. Think about when you taste a new fruit. You know it’s sweet because you can taste it. That’s empirical because you’re using your senses to find out about the fruit.
Another way to think about ‘empirical’ is like being a detective. Detectives look for clues and evidence to solve a mystery. They don’t just guess what happened; they find real things that help them understand. When you play with a toy and figure out how it works by pressing buttons and watching what happens, you’re being like a detective, using empirical methods.
Imagine you have a science experiment. You might mix colors and see what new color they make. You learn by watching what happens, not just by thinking or guessing. This is empirical too because you’re using real experiences to learn something new.