Mõistuspärane

Mõistuspärane is an Estonian adjective that translates to understandable, reasonable, rational, or sensible. It is derived from the Estonian word "mõistus," meaning reason or intellect. The suffix "-pärane" indicates a quality or characteristic. Therefore, mõistuspärane describes something that aligns with or is in accordance with reason and good sense.

The term is frequently used in everyday conversation and formal contexts to denote that an action, decision, or explanation is logical and can be comprehended by a rational mind. For example, a "mõistuspärane otsus" would be a sensible decision, while a "mõistuspärane selgitus" would be a clear and logical explanation. It implies a lack of irrationality, foolishness, or arbitrariness.

In legal and philosophical discussions, the concept of mõistuspärane can relate to the principles of natural law or inherent logic. It suggests that certain truths or courses of action are self-evident and accessible through human reasoning. The opposite of mõistuspärane would be something considered absurd, irrational, or incomprehensible. The word emphasizes the importance of clarity, coherence, and logical consistency in various aspects of human thought and activity.