katuwiran
reason or justification
From root: tuwid
Usage Note
Katuwiran is used when discussing logic or arguments. For example, 'Anong katuwiran mo?' means 'What is your reason?'
Examples
" Wala kang katuwiran. "
Natural Translation
You have no reason.
Literal Translation
None your reason.
" Ano ang katuwiran mo sa pagliban? "
Natural Translation
What is your reason for being absent?
Literal Translation
What the reason/justification you for absent?
" Pinakinggan ng hukom ang katuwiran ng dalawang panig bago siya nagbigay ng makatarungang hatol. "
Natural Translation
The judge listened to the arguments of both sides before he handed down a fair verdict.
Literal Translation
Listened-to by-the judge the reason of two sides before he gave of fair verdict.
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