Dictionary
English - Swedish
Explain
ɪkˈspleɪn
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
förklara, utveckla, redogöra för, klargöra, informerar
Explain meanings in Swedish
förklara
Example:
Can you explain how this works?
Kan du förklara hur detta fungerar?
The teacher explained the lesson clearly.
Läraren förklarade lektionen tydligt.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both casual conversations and formal settings, such as classrooms or meetings.
Note: This is the most common translation and is used in a variety of contexts.
utveckla
Example:
Could you elaborate on your point?
Kan du utveckla din poäng?
He developed his argument further in the discussion.
Han utvecklade sitt argument vidare i diskussionen.
Usage: formalContext: Typically used in academic or professional settings when discussing or presenting ideas.
Note: This word implies a more detailed explanation or expansion on a topic.
redogöra för
Example:
She had to account for her actions to the committee.
Hon var tvungen att redogöra för sina handlingar inför kommittén.
Please account for your sources in the report.
Var snäll och redogör för dina källor i rapporten.
Usage: formalContext: Used in legal, academic, or professional contexts where accountability is necessary.
Note: This phrase is more formal and is often used when one must justify or clarify their actions or decisions.
klargöra
Example:
Let me clarify my statement.
Låt mig klargöra mitt uttalande.
He clarified the rules for everyone.
Han klargjorde reglerna för alla.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when there is a need to make something clearer or more understandable.
Note: This term is often used in conversations where misunderstandings might occur.
informerar
Example:
Please inform me about the changes.
Vänligen informera mig om förändringarna.
The manager informed us about the new policies.
Chefen informerades oss om de nya riktlinjerna.
Usage: formalContext: Used in professional or official communications.
Note: This word is more about providing information rather than explaining in detail.
Explain's synonyms
clarify
To make something clear or easy to understand by explaining it further or in more detail.
Example: Can you clarify your point about the new project timeline?
Note: Clarify often implies providing additional details to enhance understanding.
elucidate
To explain something in a way that makes it clear and understandable.
Example: The professor elucidated the complex theory with simple examples.
Note: 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.
Example: The author expounded on the themes of love and loss in her novel.
Note: 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.
Example: The art historian interpreted the painting as a commentary on political corruption.
Note: Interpret often involves offering a personal perspective or analysis of the subject being explained.
Explain expressions, common phrases
Break it down
To explain something in simpler or more detailed terms.
Example: Can you break down the steps for me?
Note: This phrase implies a more detailed explanation or simplification.
Put it simply
To explain something in a straightforward or easy-to-understand manner.
Example: Let me put it simply, we need to finish by Friday.
Note: This phrase suggests making the explanation easier to grasp.
Spell it out
To explain something clearly and in detail.
Example: I need you to spell out what you mean by 'restructuring'.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the need for explicit and detailed explanation.
Lay it out
To explain or present something clearly and systematically.
Example: Could you lay out the plan for the project?
Note: This phrase suggests presenting the explanation in an organized manner.
Make it clear
To provide an explanation that removes any ambiguity or confusion.
Example: Please make it clear why this decision was made.
Note: 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.
Example: I know it's bad news, but can you break it to me gently?
Note: 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.
Example: I need to get the message across that we must work harder.
Note: 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.
Example: Let's put this situation into perspective by considering all angles.
Note: This phrase involves offering an explanation that contextualizes or frames the subject matter.
Explain everyday (slang) expressions
Break it down for me
This phrase means to explain something in simpler or more detailed terms to aid comprehension.
Example: Can you break it down for me? I'm having trouble understanding.
Note: 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.
Example: Can you tell me in plain English what you mean by that?
Note: 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.
Example: Give me the lowdown on what happened at the meeting.
Note: 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.
Example: I'm a bit confused; can you shed some light on that concept for me?
Note: Suggests requesting further information or clarification to understand something clearly.
Explain - Examples
Explain to me how this works.
Förklara för mig hur det här fungerar.
Can you please explain why you did that?
Kan du vänligen förklara varför du gjorde det?
She tried to interpret the poem and explain its meaning.
Hon försökte tolka dikten och förklara dess betydelse.
Explain grammar
Explain - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: explain
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): explained
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): explaining
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): explains
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): explain
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): explain
Syllables, Separation and Stress
explain Contains 2 syllables: ex • plain
Phonetic transcription: ik-ˈsplān
ex plain , ik ˈsplān (The red syllable is stressed)
Explain - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
explain: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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