How to use 合理 (ごうり)
Meaning of 合理
The Japanese verb "合理" (ごうり, gouryoku) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:
- Reasonable: Based on or in accordance with reason or logic, sensible.
- Example: 彼の提案は非常にごうりだったので、皆が賛成しました。
- Translation: His proposal was very reasonable, so everyone agreed.
- Rational: Characterized by rationality, making decisions based on logic rather than emotion.
- Example: ごうり的な判断でこの問題を解決しましょう。
- Translation: Let's solve this problem with a rational judgment.
- Efficient or Practical: Refers to methods or systems designed to achieve maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
- Example: ごうり的な生産方法を取り入れた結果、コストが下がりました。
- Translation: After adopting more efficient production methods, costs decreased.