Spanish Conversation · Level 58
74 words
Spanish word
razonable
Pronunciation
IPA/raθoˈnaβle/
Meaning
- adjectivereasonable
Example
Es razonable esperar unos minutos.
It is reasonable to wait a few minutes.
More examples
Encontré un precio razonable en la tienda de la esquina.
I found a reasonable price at the corner shop.
Core concept
A fair price or judgment that fits the facts.
Common phrases
precio razonable
reasonable price
es razonable
is reasonable
parece razonable
seems reasonable
Similar words
lógico: Derives directly from clear causes so conclusions follow naturally.
adecuado: Appropriate in size, level, or form for the specific situation.
sensato: Practical and guided by everyday judgment rather than risky ideas.
aceptable: Tolerable within social or formal standards and not problematic.
Definition in Spanish
Que puede considerarse justo o razonado en función de los motivos presentados.
Word origin
It is derived from Spanish razón (from Latin ratio 'reason') plus the suffix -able, originally indicating something that can be grounded in reason or motive.
Usage tips
- With precio razonable the sense often relates to a fair or affordable price, so use context to tell whether it means 'sensible' or 'economical'.
Other meanings
- rationaladjective
- sensibleadjective
- affordableadjective
Opposites
- irrazonableunreasonableadjective
- absurdoabsurdadjective
Related words
- razonablementereasonablyadverb
- razonabilidadreasonablenessnoun