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How to pronounce “explain

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Pronunciation guide for explain

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of explain with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
A Life Decodedwhat can you explain that why why do you
Definition summary
(transitive) To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.

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How to pronounce explain

A Life Decoded

what can you explain that why why do you

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “explain

Meaning

  • [Verb]
  • (transitive) To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.
  • (transitive) To give the reason for, justification for, or cause of.
  • (obsolete) To make flat, smooth out.
  • (obsolete) To unfold or make visible.
  • (intransitive) To make something plain or intelligible.

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