推理
The action of thinking about something in a logical, sensible way to reach a conclusion. It is the process of using evidence to form a judgment.
Examples
3 of 5我根据他的话做了一些简单的推理。
I made some simple reasoning based on what he said.
这篇文章的逻辑推理非常严密。
The logical reasoning of this article is very rigorous.
这只是我的推理，不一定是对的。
This is just my reasoning; it's not necessarily correct.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '推' (push) and '理' (reason). Pushing the reason forward to reach a result.
Quick Quiz
侦探通过现场留下的线索，进行了精妙的______。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 推理
Examples
我根据他的话做了一些简单的推理。
everydayI made some simple reasoning based on what he said.
这篇文章的逻辑推理非常严密。
formalThe logical reasoning of this article is very rigorous.
这只是我的推理，不一定是对的。
informalThis is just my reasoning; it's not necessarily correct.
数学证明需要一步步严格的推理。
academicMathematical proofs require step-by-step rigorous reasoning.
在制定市场策略时，我们需要基于数据的推理。
businessWhen formulating market strategies, we need reasoning based on data.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
推理能力
reasoning ability
归纳推理
inductive reasoning
严密推理
tight reasoning
Often Confused With
推测 (tuīcè) is more like guessing or speculating; 推理 (tuīlǐ) emphasizes a logical, step-by-step process.
Usage Notes
Important for IELTS Reading when analyzing arguments and IELTS Writing when explaining cause and effect.
Common Mistakes
Often confused with '推测'. Remember '理' stands for 'logic' or 'reason'.
Memory Tip
Think of '推' (push) and '理' (reason). Pushing the reason forward to reach a result.
Word Origin
From '推' (push/infer) and '理' (reason/logic).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
侦探通过现场留下的线索，进行了精妙的______。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 推理
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More logic words
逆转
B1To change something so that it is the opposite of what it was before; to reverse a trend or situation.
导致
B1To make something happen, usually something bad. A key word for analyzing cause and effect in IELTS essays.
尽管
B1Used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement surprising. It functions like 'although' or 'even though' in English.
具体
B1Relating to a particular thing rather than a general one; clear and detailed. It is the opposite of abstract or vague.
不仅
B1Used to indicate that something else is also true in addition to the first thing mentioned. It is usually paired with '而且' or '也'.
实际上
B1Used to emphasize the real facts of a situation, especially when they are different from what people believe or expect. Functions like 'actually' or 'in fact'.
确定
B1To decide definitely or to find out exactly. It involves making something certain or confirming a fact.
条件
B1A state or circumstance that must exist before something else can happen; also refers to the state of something regarding its quality or appearance.
绝对
B1Not qualified or limited in any way; total. Used to emphasize that something is completely true or certain.
矛盾
B1A combination of statements, ideas, or features of a situation that are opposed to one another. It can also refer to a disagreement or conflict between people.
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