Makatwiran (en. Justifiable)

/ˌmakaˈtwiːran/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Able to be justifiable or reasonable.
His arguments are justifiable in their context.
Ang kanyang mga argumento ay makatwiran sa kanilang konteksto.
Refers to ideas or actions that have logical or ethical grounds.
That decision is supported by reasonable grounds.
Ang desisyong iyon ay sinusuportahan ng mga makatwirang dahilan.
Demonstrates adherence to a proper system of values or principles.
His viewpoint is justifiable because of the evidence.
Makatwiran ang kanyang pananaw dahil sa mga ebidensya.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'tuwid' with the prefix 'maka-' meaning 'able to be (just/right).'

Common Phrases and Expressions

justifiable reason
Reasons that have sufficient logic or support.
makatwirang dahilan
reasonable concerns
Concerns that have connecting logic.
mga makatwirang pag-aalala

Related Words

logic
Discipline that focuses on the principles of proper reasoning.
lohiya
argument
The ability to advocate for an idea or argument.
katwiran

Slang Meanings

smooth or correct answer
Why is it always like that? It seems hard to get a reasonable answer from him.
Bakit laging ganun? Parang ang hirap makakuha ng makatwirang sagot sa kanya.
has justification or reason
He is reasonable in what he says, that's why I admire him.
Makatwiran siya sa kanyang mga sinasabi, kaya naman hinahangaan ko siya.
logical or makes sense
We need to be reasonable in our decisions so that we won’t regret them later.
Kailangan nating maging makatwiran sa ating desisyon para hindi tayo magsisi sa huli.