Meaning of the word "it stands to reason that" in English
What does "it stands to reason that" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
it stands to reason that
US /ɪt stændz tu ˈriː.zən ðæt/
UK /ɪt stændz tu ˈriː.zən ðæt/
Idiom
it is logical or obvious to expect that something is the case
Example:
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It stands to reason that if you don't study, you won't pass the exam.
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It stands to reason that they would be late given the heavy traffic.
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