1.
logical, rational
Based on or following the principles of logic and clear reasoning.
論理的に考えてください。
Please think logically.
その説明は論理的ではない。
That explanation is not logical.
彼女は論理的な思考ができる。
She can think logically.
論理的 is a na-adjective meaning logical, rational, or reasoned.
WORD FORMATION:
論理 (logic) + 的 (adjectival suffix)
FORMS:
- Adverbial: 論理的に (logically)
- Noun modifier: 論理的な + noun
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 論理的に考える: to think logically
- 論理的な説明: logical explanation
- 論理的思考: logical thinking
CONTRAST:
- 感情的: emotional (opposite approach)
- 直感的: intuitive
- 合理的: rational (similar meaning)
Related Words
Contrast:
感情的 (emotional)