論理
The system of principles or reasoning used to build an argument or reach a conclusion. It refers to the quality of being justifiable by reason and consistency.
Examples
3 of 5子供でもわかるような論理で説明してほしい。
I want you to explain it with logic that even a child can understand.
貴殿の論理には一貫性が欠けていると思われます。
It seems that your logic lacks consistency.
その理屈、ちょっと論理的に無理があるよ。
That reasoning is a bit of a logical stretch.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ron (argument) + Ri (reason) = Argument based on reason.
Quick Quiz
レポートを書くときは、( )的な構成を心がけなさい。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 論理
Examples
子供でもわかるような論理で説明してほしい。
everydayI want you to explain it with logic that even a child can understand.
貴殿の論理には一貫性が欠けていると思われます。
formalIt seems that your logic lacks consistency.
その理屈、ちょっと論理的に無理があるよ。
informalThat reasoning is a bit of a logical stretch.
本論文では、演繹的な論理を用いて仮説を検証する。
academicThis paper verifies the hypothesis using deductive logic.
ビジネスにおいては、感情ではなく論理で語るべきだ。
businessIn business, one should speak with logic, not emotion.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
論理の飛躍
a leap in logic
論理展開
logical development (of an argument)
三段論法
syllogism
Often Confused With
倫理 (rinri) means 'ethics', while 論理 (ronri) means 'logic'.
Usage Notes
Essential for IELTS Task 2 writing to describe how an argument is structured.
Common Mistakes
Mixing up 'ronri' (logic) with 'rinri' (ethics) is a common phonological error.
Memory Tip
Ron (argument) + Ri (reason) = Argument based on reason.
Word Origin
Sino-Japanese word for the 'rules of discussion'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Japanese communication, 'logic' is sometimes contrasted with 'omotenashi' or emotional harmony, but it is highly valued in academic contexts.
Quick Quiz
レポートを書くときは、( )的な構成を心がけなさい。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 論理
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特筆
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懸念
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促進
B2The act of encouraging the progress or development of something; promotion or acceleration of a process.
依然
B2Remaining in the same state as before; still. Often used to highlight that a problem or situation has not changed despite efforts.
看過
B2To overlook or ignore something, either unintentionally or by choosing not to address it. Often used in critical analysis.
枯渇
B2The state of being completely dried up or exhausted. Used for water, resources, funds, or even creative ideas.
一環
B2One part of a larger plan, system, or series of actions. Often used to explain the context or purpose of a specific activity.
適用
B1The action of putting something into operation or use, especially a rule, law, or theory.
主題
B1The main subject, theme, or topic of a discussion, book, or piece of art. It is the central idea that everything else revolves around.
頻度
B1The rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time or in a given sample.
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