Expliquer
Example: Le professeur a expliqué la leçon clairement aux élèves.
Definition
"expliquer" means to make something clear or easy to understand by describing it in detail or revealing relevant facts, such as when a teacher clarifies a lesson for students.
Etymology
The word "expliquer" comes from the Latin verb 'explicare,' meaning to unfold or make clear. Did you know? The root of "expliquer" suggests the idea of unfolding a complex idea to reveal its meaning, much like unrolling a scroll.
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"Expliquer" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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