Explicar
Example: Ela explicou a lição para a turma inteira hoje.
Definition
"Explicar" means to make something clear or understandable by describing or giving details. It involves clarifying information or ideas so that others can grasp the meaning, as in the sentence: She explained the lesson to the entire class today.
Etymology
The word "explicar" comes from the Latin verb 'explicare,' which means to unfold or spread out, suggesting the act of making something clear or plain. Did you know? The root 'plicare' means 'to fold,' so "explicar" literally means to 'unfold' an idea or concept for better understanding.
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