B2 noun Neutral

logic

/ˈlɒdʒɪk/

Logic is the systematic study of valid inference and the principles of correct reasoning. It refers to a way of thinking that is sensible, consistent, and based on factual evidence rather than emotion.

Beispiele

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1

It defies logic to go outside in the rain without an umbrella if you want to stay dry.

It doesn't make sense to go out in the rain without an umbrella.

2

The committee found a significant flaw in the logic of the proposed economic policy.

The committee found a mistake in the reasoning of the policy.

3

I don't really get your logic, but if it works for you, go for it.

I don't understand your way of thinking.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
logic
Adverb
logically
Adjektiv
logical
Verwandt
logician
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Merkhilfe

Logic starts with 'L' just like 'Links.' Think of logic as the 'Links' that connect ideas together in a strong chain.

Schnelles Quiz

The detective used his powers of ___ to solve the mysterious case by connecting the hidden clues.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: logic

Beispiele

1

It defies logic to go outside in the rain without an umbrella if you want to stay dry.

everyday

It doesn't make sense to go out in the rain without an umbrella.

2

The committee found a significant flaw in the logic of the proposed economic policy.

formal

The committee found a mistake in the reasoning of the policy.

3

I don't really get your logic, but if it works for you, go for it.

informal

I don't understand your way of thinking.

4

In formal logic, a syllogism is a kind of logical argument that applies deductive reasoning.

academic

In the academic study of reasoning, a syllogism is a specific type of argument.

5

The business logic behind this acquisition is to consolidate our position in the European market.

business

The strategic reasoning for this purchase is to strengthen our market position.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
logic
Adverb
logically
Adjektiv
logical
Verwandt
logician

Häufige Kollokationen

flaw in logic An error or mistake in a person's reasoning.
sound logic Reasoning that is valid, reliable, and based on good evidence.
follow the logic To understand the sequence of steps in an argument.
defy logic To be impossible to explain or completely unreasonable.
fuzzy logic A form of computing logic used to handle partial truths or approximations.

Häufige Phrasen

Circular logic

Reasoning where the conclusion is already assumed in the starting premise.

Flawless logic

An argument that is perfect and cannot be proven wrong.

The logic of the situation

The natural or expected consequence of a specific set of circumstances.

Wird oft verwechselt mit

logic vs reasoning

Reasoning is the mental process of thinking; logic is the structured system or set of rules that defines if that reasoning is valid.

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Nutzungshinweise

Logic can be used as an uncountable noun to refer to the field of study (e.g., 'He studied logic') or as a singular noun to describe a specific person's rationale (e.g., 'I don't see the logic in that').

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often say 'make logic' when they mean 'make sense.' While 'logic' is the system, 'sense' is the outcome of using logic correctly in everyday speech.

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Merkhilfe

Logic starts with 'L' just like 'Links.' Think of logic as the 'Links' that connect ideas together in a strong chain.

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Wortherkunft

Derived from the Ancient Greek word 'logikē', which means 'pertaining to reason or speech.'

Grammatikmuster

Uncountable noun Usually used without an article when referring to the academic discipline Can be followed by 'behind' or 'of' (the logic behind the decision)
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Kultureller Kontext

In Western academic traditions, logic is one of the three original liberal arts (the Trivium), alongside grammar and rhetoric.

Schnelles Quiz

The detective used his powers of ___ to solve the mysterious case by connecting the hidden clues.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: logic

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and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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