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How to Pronounce "rational"

word

/ˈɹæʃənəɫ/
RA-shuh-nuhl
/ɹˈæʃənəl/
RA-shuh-nuhl

Definition

Thinking or acting based on reason and logic, rather than emotions or feelings. It can also describe something that makes sense or is reasonable.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈɹæʃənəɫ/

British English

/ɹˈæʃənəl/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

RA-shuh-nuhl

UK

RA-shuh-nuhl

Listen in Context

She made a rational decision after thinking carefully.

It's important to be rational in stressful situations.

Is there a rational explanation for this problem?

Try to stay rational even when you’re upset.