English–French

“reason” in French

French

Alsomotif

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁɛzɔ̃/

Example

Quelle est la raison de ton départ ?

What is the reason for your departure?

Illustration for raison (reason)

How to say “reason” in French

“Reason” in French is raison.

A mental guide that explains why something happens or helps a person reach a judgment.

Full entry for raison: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with raison

Je n'ai aucune raison de douter de sa parole.

I have no reason to doubt his word.

Tips for using raison

  • In avoir raison, raison means being right rather than possessing a reason, and avoir tort forms the usual contrast.

Other French words for “reason”

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motif

masculine nounreason

Quel est le motif de ton absence ?

What is the reason for your absence?

“reason” in other languages