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explain in French

explain in French is expliquer, justifier — explain means to make something clear or easier to understand.

explain in French

expliquer
verb
(transitive) To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.
justifier
verb
(transitive) To give the reason for, justification for, or cause of.
expliquer
verb
(transitive) To give the reason for, justification for, or cause of.

What does "explain" mean?

  1. verb To make something clear or easier to understand.
    "Can you explain how this machine works?"
  2. verb To give the reason or cause for something.
    "He explained his absence by saying he'd been ill."

explain in a sentence

  • Can you explain how this machine works?
  • The teacher explained the math problem step by step.
  • He explained his absence by saying he'd been ill.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "explain" in French?

"explain" in French is expliquer, justifier. explain means: To make something clear or easier to understand.

How do you use "explain" in a sentence?

Example: "Can you explain how this machine works?" In French, "explain" is expliquer, justifier.

Are there other ways to say "explain" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "explain": expliquer, justifier.

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