Usage Note
Katwiran means a rationale, justification, or logical reason given for an action or belief. It is used when someone explains the basis for a decision. It carries a slightly formal register and appears often in debates, explanations, and philosophical discussion.
Examples
" Wala kang katwiran. "
Natural Translation
You have no reason.
Literal Translation
None your reason.
" Ano ang katwiran mo sa iyong desisyon? "
Natural Translation
What is your reason for that decision?
Literal Translation
What the reason your for the decision-your?
" Kahit gaano siya magpaliwanag, walang katwiran ang makapagbibigay-katarungan sa kanyang ginawa. "
Natural Translation
No matter how much he explains, no reason can justify what he did.
Literal Translation
Even how-much he explain, no reason that can-give-justice to his deed.
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