Translation of Spanish word "razón" to English
razón
/raˈθon/
Meaning
NounThat which causes something: an efficient cause, a proximate cause.
How to use
The word 'razón' is commonly used in formal and informal contexts to express a cause or explanation for a particular event or situation. In English, learners often confuse 'razón' with 'motivo', which is a related but distinct concept. For example, 'La razón por la que no fui al trabajo es que estaba enfermo' (The reason I didn't go to work is that I was sick).
🇬🇧 English
reason
Example
La razón por la que este árbol cayó es que se había podrido.
The reason this tree fell is because it had rotted.
Hizo razones con su jefe para tomarse un día libre.
He made reasons with his boss to take a day off.
Your personal vocabulary
🦊 Use this word in a live AI conversationCommon phrases
- razón de ser— reason for being
- razón de estado— reason of state
- razón suficiente— sufficient reason
- razón de fuerza— reason of force
- razón de derecho— reason of law
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Spanish word "razón" mean?▼
The Spanish word "razón" means "reason" in English.
How do you pronounce the Spanish word "razón"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "razón"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Hay una razón para todo." (which translates as "The reason this tree fell is because it had rotted.").
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