VocabJLPT N2
rational
な-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. rational
  2. 2. reasonable
This na-adjective means rational, logical, or reasonable. It is used to describe thinking, decisions, or explanations that are based on clear logic rather than emotion.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Using up the leftovers in the fridge is just the most sensible thing to do, right?

Sentence 2

Keeping breakfast light is a rational approach to staying healthy.

Sentence 3

That plan looks rational on the surface, but it's full of holes, isn't it?

Sentence 4

Another price hike? Is that really a rational decision?

Sentence 5

I keep wondering — was the call I made actually rational?