lógico
/LOH-hee-koh/
logical
When things are lógico (logical), they fit together perfectly, making complete sense.
📝 In Action
Es lógico que necesitemos más tiempo para terminar el proyecto.
A2It is logical that we need more time to finish the project.
La solución que propuso María era la más lógica.
B1The solution Maria proposed was the most logical one.
Sus argumentos son lógicos y muy difíciles de refutar.
B2His arguments are logical and very difficult to refute.
💡 Grammar Points
Agreement is Key
As a describing word, 'lógico' must match the gender and number of the thing it describes: 'el resultado lógico' (masculine singular), 'la respuesta lógica' (feminine singular), 'los pasos lógicos' (masculine plural).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the wrong 'to be'
Mistake: "Using 'estar' instead of 'ser' (e.g., 'Esa idea está lógica')."
Correction: Always use the verb 'ser' (to be) with 'lógico' because it describes an inherent quality or truth: 'Esa idea es lógica'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Making it Sound Natural
When you want to say 'It's only natural that...' or 'It stands to reason that...' use the phrase 'Es lógico que...' followed by the special verb form (the subjunctive) in the next part of the sentence.
Something lógico (obvious) is self-evident and undeniable, like seeing a bright red apple right in front of you.
📝 In Action
—¿Vas a venir a la fiesta? —¡Lógico!
B1—Are you coming to the party? —Of course! / Obviously!
Lógico, si no estudiaste, vas a suspender el examen.
B2Naturally, if you didn't study, you are going to fail the exam.
💡 Grammar Points
As a Quick Reply
When used alone as an exclamation, '¡Lógico!' acts like a complete sentence meaning 'That's obvious' or 'That goes without saying.' Note that it is often used in the masculine singular form even when referring to a feminine idea.
⭐ Usage Tips
Informal Tone
Using '¡Lógico!' is common and friendly, but in very formal settings or when speaking to a superior, it's safer to use a more complete phrase like 'Por supuesto' (Of course) or 'Es razonable.'
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: lógico
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'lógico' with agreement?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'lógico' ever change form?
Yes, absolutely! It is a regular describing word (adjective), so it must change its ending to match the thing it is describing: 'lógico' (masculine singular), 'lógica' (feminine singular), 'lógicos' (masculine plural), and 'lógicas' (feminine plural).
Why is 'lógico' used with 'ser' and not 'estar'?
'Lógico' describes a fixed quality of a person, idea, or situation—whether it makes sense or not. Since it describes a fundamental nature, it uses 'ser' (Es lógico), which is reserved for permanent or defining characteristics.