What is the Spanish word for "reason"?

Learn how to say "reason" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

reason

Spanish

razón

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Alternative translations of "reason"

motivo
causa
fundamento
justificación

Examples of how to use "reason" in Spanish

English
What is the main reason for your decision?
Spanish
¿Cuál es la principal razón de tu decisión?
English
I need a reason to trust you.
Spanish
Necesito una razón para confiar en ti.
English
The main reason is lack of time.
Spanish
La principal razón es la falta de tiempo.
English
She gave no reason for leaving.
Spanish
Ella no dio ninguna razón para irse.
English
What's your reason for being late?
Spanish
¿Cuál es tu razón para llegar tarde?

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