logic

logica

Modo di ragionare con attenzione, passo dopo passo, per stabilire cosa è vero o risolvere un problema.

In inglese semplice: A way of thinking carefully through steps to decide what is true or how to solve a problem.

• Use logic to solve the puzzle.
• Her argument was based on sound logic.
• I could not follow the logic of his explanation.

Sinonimi: reasoning

Espressioni comuni: use logic, sound logic, follow the logic

logica, ragionamento

Modo di pensare di una persona o un gruppo, oppure ragioni alla base di una decisione o azione.

In inglese semplice: The way a person or group thinks, or the reasons behind a decision or action.

• I understand her logic.
• What is the logic behind this rule?
• By his logic, spending more will somehow save money.

Come si usa: the logic behind something (I understand the logic behind your decision.)

Sinonimi: reasoning, rationale

Espressioni comuni: someone’s logic, logic behind something, business logic

logica, logica matematica

Studio di regole precise per verificare la verità di enunciati matematici e la validità dei ragionamenti.

In inglese semplice: The study of exact rules used to show whether mathematical statements and arguments are true.

• She studies mathematical logic.
• The course introduces symbols used in formal logic.
• Researchers use logic to examine the foundations of mathematics.

Espressioni comuni: mathematical logic, formal logic, study logic