Expliquer



Example: L'historien a expliqué les causes profondes de la révolution.

Definition


"Expliquer" means to make something clear or understandable by describing it in detail or giving reasons, especially in the context of history, such as explaining the deep causes of a revolution.

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Etymology


The word "expliquer" comes from the Latin verb 'explicare,' which means to unfold or make clear. Did you know? This word is related to the idea of 'unfolding' a complex topic so it can be better understood.

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