Spanish Conversation · Level 3
87 words
Spanish word
lógica
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈloxika/
Meaning
- feminine nounsense
Example
No tiene lógica lo que dices.
What you're saying doesn't make sense.
More examples
La explicación tiene lógica.
The explanation makes sense.
Core concept
Interlocking pieces of an argument fitting together.
Common phrases
tener lógica
make sense
no tener lógica
not make sense
Similar words
coherencia: Smooth, connected flow that makes a speech or text easy to follow.
sentido: A meaning or interpretation that fits the situation and can be understood.
Definition in Spanish
Cualidad de una explicación o argumento que sigue un orden razonable y hace que las ideas encajen entre sí.
Word origin
Borrowed into Spanish through Latin logica from Greek logikē and the root λόγος (logos) meaning 'reason' or 'word', the word refers to how ideas fit together coherently.
Usage tips
- Spanish speakers often say tener lógica when commenting on the coherence of an explanation, while ser lógico more often describes a person or general approach.