Racionales (en. Rational)

/raθioˈna.le ̄s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Based on reason or logic.
We need to make rational decisions instead of emotional ones.
Necesitamos tomar decisiones racionales en lugar de emocionales.
Behaving with judgment and wisdom.
It is important to be rational when evaluating risks.
Es importante ser racional al evaluar los riesgos.
Can be understood or explained logically.
His theory is rational and well-founded.
Su teoría es racional y está bien fundamentada.

Etymology

From Latin 'rationalis', meaning 'related to reason'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rational thinking
Refers to a thought process based on reason.
pensamiento racional
rational decision
A choice made after logical analysis.
decisión racional
rational behavior
Behavior guided by judgment and logic.
conducta racional

Related Words

rationality
Ability to act with judgment and logic.
racionalidad
reasoning
Process of thinking logically and coherently.
razonamiento
rationalism
Doctrine that emphasizes reason as the primary source of knowledge.
racionalismo

Slang Meanings

Think logically in critical situations.
In stressful situations, try to be more rational.
En situaciones de estrés, intenta ser más racional.
Make clear and non-emotional decisions.
He's a very rational guy, always thinks before acting.
Es un tipo muy racional, siempre piensa antes de actuar.