Skip to content
vocaboo
Beta
Log in

expounds

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspaʊndz]

Word

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

Context: “explanation”

(verb) to explain something in detail or to give more information about an idea or topic. It's like when a teacher talks more about a subject so that everyone understands it better.

Example

The teacher expounds on the scientific method during the science class.

Example

He didn’t expound on his ideas, leaving everyone confused.

Example

Can you expound on your thoughts about the book we read?

Context: “discussion”

(verb) to present a viewpoint or argument with thorough details. This is often used in discussions where someone wants to share their opinion in a clear way.

Example

During the debate, she expounds her views on climate change effectively.

Example

He failed to expound his reasons for voting in that way, so people disagreed with him.

Example

Will you expound your reasons for supporting this project?

How to pronounce expounds

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspaʊndz]

Listen and repeat as many times as you need.

0s
0s