rationale
/ˌræʃəˈnæl/
ra · tion · ale
ˌræʃ · ə · ˈnæl
English Definition
n. reason or explanation
Significado en Español
razón, fundamento lógico
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
lý do, cơ sở lý luận
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Example Sentence
He explained his rationale.
他解释了理由。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
rational(Reason)+e
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for the word “rationale”:
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A
reason
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B
emotion
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C
discovery
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D
thought
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A — reason.
“rationale” means n. reason or explanation
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The manager patiently explained the ______ behind the sudden change of plan.
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A
rumor
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B
mystery
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C
rationale
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D
secret
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C — rationale.
“rationale” means n. reason or explanation
Common questions about “rationale”
What does “rationale” mean?
rationale — n. reason or explanation. In Chinese: 理由，逻辑依据.
How do you pronounce “rationale”?
rationale is pronounced /ˌræʃəˈnæl/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ra · tion · ale.
How do you use “rationale” in a sentence?
He explained his rationale. (他解释了理由。)
What are synonyms for “rationale”?
reason, logic — all close in meaning to rationale (n. reason or explanation).
Is “rationale” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. rationale appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “rationale”?
rational(Reason)+e
