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Explain

ɪkˈspleɪn
Ekstremt Almindelig
500 - 600
500 - 600
Ordfrekvens- og betydningsindekset angiver, hvor ofte et ord optræder i et givet sprog. Jo mindre tallet er, jo oftere bruges ordet. De mest anvendte ord spænder typisk fra cirka 1 til 4000. Dette vigtighedsindeks hjælper dig med at fokusere på de mest nyttige ord under din sprogindlæringsproces.

explicar, aclarar, interpretar, aclarar algo a alguien

Betydninger af Explain på spansk

explicar

Eksempel:
Can you explain this to me, please?
¿Puedes explicarme esto, por favor?
He explained the rules of the game in detail.
Él explicó detalladamente las reglas del juego.
Brug: formal/informalSammenhæng: Commonly used in both formal and informal situations when providing information or clarifying a concept.
Bemærk: The most common translation of 'explain' in Spanish, used in a wide range of contexts.

aclarar

Eksempel:
Let me clarify what I mean by that.
Déjame aclarar lo que quiero decir con eso.
She clarified the misunderstanding with her friend.
Ella aclaró el malentendido con su amiga.
Brug: formal/informalSammenhæng: Used when providing clear information or resolving misunderstandings.
Bemærk: Can be used interchangeably with 'explicar' in many contexts, emphasizing making something clear or removing doubts.

interpretar

Eksempel:
How do you interpret this painting?
¿Cómo interpretas esta pintura?
The data can be interpreted in different ways.
Los datos se pueden interpretar de diferentes formas.
Brug: formalSammenhæng: Often used in formal discussions, analysis, or art-related contexts to discuss the meaning or significance of something.
Bemærk: In certain contexts, 'interpretar' can be used as a synonym for 'explain,' particularly when discussing subjective interpretations.

aclarar algo a alguien

Eksempel:
She clarified the situation to her colleagues.
Ella aclaró la situación a sus colegas.
Can you clarify your position on this matter?
¿Puedes aclarar tu posición en este asunto?
Brug: formalSammenhæng: Commonly used in formal settings or professional contexts to provide clear information or explanations to others.
Bemærk: This phrase emphasizes the act of making something clear or providing a clear explanation to someone.

Synonymer for Explain

clarify

To make something clear or easy to understand by explaining it further or in more detail.
Eksempel: Can you clarify your point about the new project timeline?
Bemærk: Clarify often implies providing additional details to enhance understanding.

elucidate

To explain something in a way that makes it clear and understandable.
Eksempel: The professor elucidated the complex theory with simple examples.
Bemærk: Elucidate is often used in formal or academic contexts to convey a deeper level of explanation.

expound

To present or explain an idea or theory in detail.
Eksempel: The author expounded on the themes of love and loss in her novel.
Bemærk: Expound is used when discussing complex or detailed topics in a thorough manner.

interpret

To explain the meaning of something by providing one's own understanding or analysis.
Eksempel: The art historian interpreted the painting as a commentary on political corruption.
Bemærk: Interpret often involves offering a personal perspective or analysis of the subject being explained.

Explains udtryk og almindelige sætninger

Break it down

To explain something in simpler or more detailed terms.
Eksempel: Can you break down the steps for me?
Bemærk: This phrase implies a more detailed explanation or simplification.

Put it simply

To explain something in a straightforward or easy-to-understand manner.
Eksempel: Let me put it simply, we need to finish by Friday.
Bemærk: This phrase suggests making the explanation easier to grasp.

Spell it out

To explain something clearly and in detail.
Eksempel: I need you to spell out what you mean by 'restructuring'.
Bemærk: This phrase emphasizes the need for explicit and detailed explanation.

Lay it out

To explain or present something clearly and systematically.
Eksempel: Could you lay out the plan for the project?
Bemærk: This phrase suggests presenting the explanation in an organized manner.

Make it clear

To provide an explanation that removes any ambiguity or confusion.
Eksempel: Please make it clear why this decision was made.
Bemærk: This phrase emphasizes the need to remove any doubt or uncertainty in the explanation.

Break it to me gently

To explain something difficult or unpleasant in a sensitive way.
Eksempel: I know it's bad news, but can you break it to me gently?
Bemærk: This phrase implies delivering a delicate explanation, especially for sensitive topics.

Get the message across

To explain or communicate something effectively so that it is understood.
Eksempel: I need to get the message across that we must work harder.
Bemærk: This phrase emphasizes the successful delivery and understanding of the explanation.

Put into perspective

To provide an explanation that helps understand the relative importance or significance of something.
Eksempel: Let's put this situation into perspective by considering all angles.
Bemærk: This phrase involves offering an explanation that contextualizes or frames the subject matter.

Explains dagligdags (slang) udtryk

Break it down for me

This phrase means to explain something in simpler or more detailed terms to aid comprehension.
Eksempel: Can you break it down for me? I'm having trouble understanding.
Bemærk: Similar to 'explain', but emphasizes the need to simplify or provide more detail.

Tell me in plain English

This expression requests for an explanation to be given in simple, easy-to-understand language without jargon or technical terms.
Eksempel: Can you tell me in plain English what you mean by that?
Bemærk: Focuses on using everyday language for explanation rather than technical or complex terms.

Give me the lowdown

This slang term means to provide a detailed explanation or summary of a situation or event.
Eksempel: Give me the lowdown on what happened at the meeting.
Bemærk: Informal way of asking for a detailed explanation or summary of a topic.

Can you shed some light on that?

This idiom asks for an explanation or clarification to help understand a topic or situation better.
Eksempel: I'm a bit confused; can you shed some light on that concept for me?
Bemærk: Suggests requesting further information or clarification to understand something clearly.

Explain - Eksempler

Explain to me how this works.
Explícame cómo funciona esto.
Can you please explain why you did that?
¿Puedes explicarme por qué hiciste eso?
She tried to interpret the poem and explain its meaning.
Ella intentó interpretar el poema y explicar su significado.

Explains grammatik

Explain - Udsagnsord (Verb) / Verbum, grundform (Verb, base form)
Opslagsform: explain
Bøjninger
Verbum, datid (Verb, past tense): explained
Verbum, gerundium eller præsens participium (Verb, gerund or present participle): explaining
Verbum, 3. person ental nutid (Verb, 3rd person singular present): explains
Verbum, grundform (Verb, base form): explain
Verbum, nutid ikke 3. person ental (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): explain
Stavelser, Opdeling og Betoning
explain indeholder 2 stavelser: ex • plain
Fonetisk transkription: ik-ˈsplān
ex plain , ik ˈsplān (Den røde stavelse er trykbetonet)

Explain - Betydning og brugsfrekvens

Ordfrekvens- og betydningsindekset angiver, hvor ofte et ord optræder i et givet sprog. Jo mindre tallet er, jo oftere bruges ordet. De mest anvendte ord spænder typisk fra cirka 1 til 4000.
explain: 500 - 600 (Ekstremt Almindelig).
Dette vigtighedsindeks hjælper dig med at fokusere på de mest nyttige ord under din sprogindlæringsproces.
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