Katwiran (en. Reason)

kat-wi-ran

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A reason or explanation for why something is or an action is taken.
His reasoning is reasonable and logical.
Ang kanyang katwiran ay makatwiran at lohikal.
A perspective or belief that is rooted in logic or principle.
Her opinion on the issue has reasoning.
May katwiran ang kanyang opinyon sa isyu.
Truth or evidence that supports an argument.
Reasons are needed in a discussion.
Ang mga katwiran ay kailangan sa isang talakayan.

Etymology

Related to the word 'straight' or 'right'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

There is reason
Indicates that a person or idea is reasonable or has justification.
May katwiran
Correct reasoning
The proper reason or explanation that is not subject to dispute.
Tamang katwiran

Related Words

logic
A system of correct thinking and argument.
lohika
premise
The subject of a debate or argument in the context of logic.
pangingibabaw

Slang Meanings

explanation or reason
You need a reason for your decision.
Kailangan mo ng katwiran para sa desisyon mo.
argument
I don’t want to argue anymore, we have no reason for that.
Ayaw ko na makipagtalo, wala na tayong katwiran diyan.
justification combined with opinion
You should provide reasoning for every opinion you have.
Dapat magbigay ka ng katwiran sa bawat opinyon mo.