Japanese Conversation · Level 112
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Japanese word
合理
Pronunciation
Romajigōri
Meaning
- nounrationality
Example
彼は合理を重んじます。kare wa gō ri o omo n ji ma su
He values rationality.
More examples
限られた時間で成果を出すには、合理を優先することが大切です。kagi ra re ta ji kan de sei ka o da su ni wa gō ri o yū sen su ru ko to ga tai setsu de su
To achieve results in limited time, it is important to prioritize rationality.
Core concept
It describes a way of thinking or deciding that fits the facts and follows clear reasons.
Common phrases
合理を重んじるgō ri o omo n ji ru
value rationality
合理を追求するgō ri o tsui kyū su ru
pursue rationality
合理を優先するgō ri o yū sen su ru
prioritize rationality
Similar words
合理性gōrisei: The quality of a plan or method that uses resources well while fitting its purpose.
妥当性datōsei: The quality of being suitable, acceptable, and supported by relevant facts.
Definition in Japanese
物事の筋道が通り、無駄がなく適切であること。mono goto no suji michi ga tō ri mu da ga na ku teki setsu de a ru ko to
Word origin
The Sino-Japanese noun 合理 (gōri) combines 合 (gō, "fit") and 理 (ri, "reason or order"), expressing what accords with reason.
Usage tips
- The noun 合理 (gōri) often appears in formal discussions of decisions, systems, and work methods, where it can suggest both sound reasoning and practical efficiency.
Opposites
- 不合理fugōriirrationalitynoun
- 非合理higōriirrationalitynoun
Related words
- 合理的gōritekirationalna-adjective
- 合理化gōrikarationalizationnoun
- 合理性gōriseirationalitynoun