raison
n. f. 'reason'
From Classical Latin 'rationem', meaning 'reckoning, reason'.
Etymon
From Classical Latin ***rationem*** ('reason, theory').
Historical Pronunciation
2000 - Mod. Fr.
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[rezo]
1500 - Cl. Fr.
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[raizo]
1200 - Mid. Fr.
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[raidzon]
300 - L. Lat.
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[ratsione]
Latin Root
rationem
From Classical Latin rationem ('reason, theory').