Mangatwiran (en. Reasoning)

/maŋatwiˈran/

Synonyms

to argue in a way that seems untruthful

I wish you'd just be honest, stop making up ridiculous excuses.

Sana magpakatotoo ka na lang, huwag ka nang mangangatwiran ng mga kakatwang dahilan.

to argue excessively over minor points

Mark always argues over the school's rules.

Laging mangangatwiran si Mark kapag ang usapan ay tungkol sa mga patakaran ng school.

to argue like a lawyer

Oh my God, why are you arguing like a lawyer? It's just a simple question!

Diyos ko, bakit parang abogado ka mangangatwiran? Simpleng tanong lang 'yan!