rational in German
rational in German is vernünftig, rational, sinnvoll — rational means based on clear reasoning and logic rather than emotion.
rational in German
vernünftig
Logically sound; not self-contradictory or otherwise absurd.
rational
Logically sound; not self-contradictory or otherwise absurd.
rational
(algebra) Of an algebraic expression in indeterminates, or more generally a function: capable of being expressed as the ratio of two polynomials.
rational
(arithmetic) Of a number, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two integers.
sinnvoll
(arithmetic) Of a number, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two integers.
vernünftig
(arithmetic) Of a number, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two integers.
What does "rational" mean?
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adj Based on clear reasoning and logic rather than emotion.
"Try to make a rational decision instead of an impulsive one."
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adj In mathematics, describing a number that can be written as a fraction of two whole numbers.
"3/4 is a rational number, but pi is not."
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rational in a sentence
- Try to make a rational decision instead of an impulsive one.
- His argument was calm and rational.
- 3/4 is a rational number, but pi is not.
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What is "rational" in German?
"rational" in German is vernünftig, rational, sinnvoll. rational means: Based on clear reasoning and logic rather than emotion.
How do you use "rational" in a sentence?
Example: "Try to make a rational decision instead of an impulsive one." In German, "rational" is vernünftig, rational, sinnvoll.
Are there other ways to say "rational" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "rational": vernünftig, rational, sinnvoll.
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