理由 (lǐyóu) — reason

理由 (lǐyóu)

理由 means reason, grounds, or justification. It refers to the logical basis or motive behind an action, decision, or argument.

Meanings

1. [noun] Reason; grounds; justification; basis.

Example Sentences

你有什么理由迟到？ Nǐ yǒu shénme lǐyóu chídào? What reason do you have for being late?

他给了我一个很好的理由。 Tā gěi le wǒ yīgè hěn hǎo de lǐyóu. He gave me a very good reason.

我没有理由拒绝他的邀请。 Wǒ méiyǒu lǐyóu jùjué tā de yāoqǐng. I have no reason to refuse his invitation.

你的理由不充分。 Nǐ de lǐyóu bù chōngfèn. Your reason is not sufficient.

Collocations

Memory Hook

理 means logic or principle, and 由 means cause or origin. A 理由 is the logical origin behind any action. If you cannot state your 理由, your argument has no foundation.