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explaining

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspleɪnɪŋ]

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Learn how to use explaining in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “communication”

(verb) to make something clear or easy to understand. This is when you tell someone about something so they can see it in a simpler way. Like when you help a friend understand a math problem.

Example

She is explaining the homework to her class so everyone can understand it.

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He is not explaining the topic well, and many people are still confused.

Example

Can you explain how to tie your shoes to me?

Context: “teaching”

(verb) to give information about why something is the way it is. It's when you tell the reasons or details so others can learn. For example, explaining why the sky is blue helps others understand science better.

Example

The teacher is explaining why plants need sunlight.

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She did not explain the reasons behind her decision, leaving everyone uncertain.

Example

What are you explaining about the history project?

How to pronounce explaining

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspleɪnɪŋ]

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