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reasoning

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈriːzənɪŋ/

reasoning means: Thinking carefully about facts to reach a conclusion or explain a decision.

noun

LOGICAL THINKINGB2

Thinking carefully about facts to reach a conclusion or explain a decision.

  • Her reasoning was clear.
  • Can you explain the reasoning behind your decision?
  • His reasoning led him to a different conclusion.

How to use it: reasoning behind something (I understand the reasoning behind your choice.)

Similar words: thinking, logic, rational thought

Common phrases: logical reasoning, someone’s reasoning, reasoning behind something

RASTAFARI GATHERINGC2

A Rastafari gathering where people discuss ideas, pray, and chant together.

  • They attended a reasoning on Sunday.
  • The elders led a reasoning about community life.
  • Prayer and chanting were part of the reasoning.

Common phrases: a reasoning session, attend a reasoning, hold a reasoning

Questions about reasoning

What does reasoning mean?

Thinking carefully about facts to reach a conclusion or explain a decision.

What is reasoning in other languages?

Türkçe: akıl yürütme · Español: razonamiento · Français: raisonnement · Deutsch: Argumentation · Italiano: ragionamento · 日本語: 推論

How do you pronounce reasoning?

It is pronounced /ˈriːzənɪŋ/.

How do you use reasoning in a sentence?

Her reasoning was clear. Can you explain the reasoning behind your decision?

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