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    Raisonnait (en. Reasoned)

    [ʁɛ.zɔ.nɛ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To develop a logical or rational thought.
    He was reasoning about the consequences of his actions.
    Il raisonnait sur les conséquences de ses actes.
    To discuss reflectively on a subject.
    She was reasoning with her friends about the best way to solve the problem.
    Elle raisonnait avec ses amis sur la meilleure façon de résoudre le problème.
    To formulate arguments or critical reflection.
    We were reasoning together to find a solution.
    Nous raisonnions ensemble pour trouver une solution.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'rationare', which means 'to calculate, to count'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to reason out loud
    To explain one's thoughts or reasoning out loud.
    raisonner à voix haute
    to reason like a child
    To have a simple or naïve reasoning.
    raisonner comme un enfant
    to reason for two
    To be very reflective and make elaborate deductions.
    raisonner pour deux

    Related Words

    reasoning
    Logical thinking process.
    raisonnement
    reasoner
    A person who thinks logically.
    raisonneur
    reason
    The ability to think, understand, and judge.
    raison

    Slang Meanings

    To think too long before acting.
    He reasoned so much that he forgot to make a decision.
    Il a tant raisonnait qu'il a oublié de prendre une décision.
    To discuss without acting.
    Stop reasoning and take action!
    Arrête de raisonnaient et passe à l'action !