Dictionary entryCEFR A2verb

explain

IPA pronunciation: /ɪkˈspleɪn/

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Russian meaning

объяснять

English definition

To make something clear or easy to understand.

Example

Could you explain how this machine works?

Collocations

explain a concept
explain the reason
explain in detail

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