Meaning
reasoning
- argument (logical)
In a sentence
Il tuo ragionamento è chiaro e molto semplice.
Your reasoning is clear and very simple.
Non capisco il tuo ragionamento, puoi spiegarti meglio?
I don't understand your argument, can you explain better?
Ho seguito il suo ragionamento fino alla fine.
I followed his reasoning to the end.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| ragionamento | masculine · singular |
| ragionamenti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use ragionamento for a line of thought or logical process; reasoning is often more abstract, while discorso is a speech or general talk.
- Common with fare: fare un ragionamento means to develop or present a line of reasoning.
- In everyday speech, ragionamento can sound slightly thoughtful or analytical; idea or pensiero may sound more casual.