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Meaning
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A reason is a cause or explanation for an action, event, or belief.
vi Tôi muốn biết lí do anh ấy vắng mặt ngày hôm nay.
en I want to know the reason for his absence today.
An excuse is an explanation intended to justify a mistake or avoid blame for something wrong.
vi Đừng tìm lí do để bào chữa cho sai lầm của mình.
en Do not look for an excuse to justify your mistake.