 Communicative rationality

Communicative rationality is a concept primarily associated with the work of the German philosopher Jürgen Habermas. It refers to a form of reasoning and understanding that emerges in the context of communication and dialogue among individuals. Unlike traditional forms of rationality that focus primarily on instrumental reasoning—where the goal is to achieve specific ends using the most efficient means—communicative rationality emphasizes the importance of mutual understanding and consensus in human interaction.