French Conversation · Level 59
74 words
French word
raisonnable
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁɛzonabl/
Meaning
- adjectivereasonable
Example
Sa proposition me semble raisonnable.
His proposal seems reasonable.
More examples
Le service propose des produits à un prix raisonnable.
The service offers products at a reasonable price.
Core concept
A proposal or judgment balanced enough to fit the facts and withstand reasoned objections.
Common phrases
prix raisonnable
reasonable price
tarif raisonnable
reasonable rate
Similar words
sensé: Guided by common sense and practical, realistic thinking.
logique: Consistent in reasoning, with no contradictions in the steps or reasons.
juste: Fair and morally right in judgment or treatment.
acceptable: Within acceptable limits and suitable for approval.
Definition in French
Qui paraît juste et équilibré au vu des faits, et qui peut être défendu par des arguments raisonnés.
Word origin
Raisonnable is formed from French raison, from Latin ratio, with the adjective suffix -able, expressing something that can be supported by reason.
Usage tips
- In French, raisonnable also describes a moderate price or quantity, so it can mean affordable or not excessive as well as sensible.
Other meanings
- rationaladjective
- sensibleadjective
- affordableadjective
Opposites
- déraisonnableunreasonableadjective
- irrationnelirrationaladjective
Related words
- raisonnablementreasonablyadverb
- raisonnerreasonverb