English · Daily Life
reason
/ˈriːzən/
[/ˈriːzən/]
cause or explanation
Beginnernoun
Definition
The cause of something, or an explanation for why something happens.
Example
What's the reason for the delay?
What's the reason for the delay?
Etymology
From Old French 'raison', from Latin 'ratio' (reckoning).
How & Where It’s Used
Common noun for explanations and causes.