Ikatwiran (en. Arguments)
i-ka-twi-ran
Meaning & Definition
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noun
An argument or stance regarding an issue.
His argument expressed his views on human rights.
Ang kanyang ikatwiran ay nagpahayag ng kanyang saloobin tungkol sa mga karapatang pantao.
Reason presented to support an opinion or belief.
Strong arguments are needed to convince others.
Kailangan ng matibay na ikatwiran upang makumbinsi ang iba.
Etymology
from the word 'katwiran' meaning argument or reasoning
Common Phrases and Expressions
refute an argument
express opposition to the presented reasoning
magtanggi ng ikatwiran
Related Words
analysis
The process of weighing and understanding arguments.
pagsusuri
debate
A formal discussion on a topic where arguments are presented.
debate
Slang Meanings
Weak argument or reasoning
You don't have any argument that justifies you speaking to me like that!
Wala kang ikatwiran na makakapagsalita ka sa akin ng ganyan!
Don't defend, it's just an act
You're going to defend your friends again, but don't we all know the truth?
Ikatwiran mo na naman ang mga kaibigan mo, pero di ba't alam naman natin ang totoo?
Super excuse
You have so many arguments, it's like there's a lot of excuses in the exam!
Ang dami mong ikatwiran, parang ang daming palusot sa exam!