“Rationalization” in Japanese
Short answer
Rationalization in Japanese is “有理化” (yuurika). Full meaning: (root) rationalization.
Other ways to say “Rationalization” in Japanese
合理化
gourika rationalization, making (something) conform to reason, justification; rationalization (of a company, industry, etc.), rationalisation, streamlining, making more efficient; rationalization
理由付け
riyuuzuke rationalization, justification
ラショナリゼーション
rashonarizeeshon rationalization, rationalisation
趣旨説明
shushisetsumei explanation of aim (esp. of a legislative bill), rationalization
廃統合
haitougou consolidation (esp. of a market), shakeout, rationalization
免罪符
menzaifu indulgence (esp. in the Catholic Church), pardon; excuse, justification, rationalization
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