합리성
The quality of being based on or in accordance with reason or logic. In economics and sociology, it refers to making decisions that maximize utility based on objective evidence.
Examples
3 of 5이 투자 계획은 합리성이 결여되어 있다.
This investment plan lacks rationality.
과학적 합리성은 현대 문명의 기초가 되었다.
Scientific rationality became the foundation of modern civilization.
의사 결정 과정에서 합리성을 유지하는 것이 관건이다.
Maintaining rationality in the decision-making process is key.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Ham' (fit/match) and 'Ri' (reason) - Matching with reason.
Quick Quiz
이번 결정은 감정에 치우치지 않고 ( )에 근거하여 내려졌다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 합리성
Examples
이 투자 계획은 합리성이 결여되어 있다.
businessThis investment plan lacks rationality.
과학적 합리성은 현대 문명의 기초가 되었다.
academicScientific rationality became the foundation of modern civilization.
의사 결정 과정에서 합리성을 유지하는 것이 관건이다.
formalMaintaining rationality in the decision-making process is key.
그 사람 말은 합리성이 좀 떨어지는 것 같아.
informalI think what that person says lacks some rationality.
누구나 납득할 수 있는 합리성이 필요합니다.
everydayRationality that anyone can understand is needed.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
합리적 의심
reasonable doubt
합리적 선택
rational choice
합리적 가격
reasonable price
Often Confused With
Jeongdangseong refers to moral rightness or legitimacy, while hamriseong refers to logical or efficient reasoning.
Usage Notes
Very important in discussions about consumer behavior, government policy, and scientific method.
Common Mistakes
Avoid confusing 'hamriseong' (rationality) with 'hamrihwa' (rationalization/excuse).
Memory Tip
Think of 'Ham' (fit/match) and 'Ri' (reason) - Matching with reason.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 合 (join/fit) + 理 (reason) + 性 (nature).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
이번 결정은 감정에 치우치지 않고 ( )에 근거하여 내려졌다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 합리성
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