rational
Translation
rational, logical
Examples
Er trifft immer rationale Entscheidungen.
He always makes rational decisions.
Das ist keine rationale Erklärung.
That is not a rational explanation.
Grammar Patterns
((predicative)) to be rational His decision is rational.
((attributive)) a rational ... a rational explanation
Similar Words
Synonyms: vernünftig, logisch, sachlich; Antonyms: irrational, emotional
Etymology
From Latin 'rationalis' (relating to reason), from 'ratio' (reason). An international word.
Memory Tips
It's almost identical to the English word 'rational', making it very easy to remember.