Explications (en. Explanations)

/ɛk.spli.ka.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Clarification or statement that clarifies a subject.
The explanations given by the teacher helped the students understand the topic.
Les explications données par le professeur ont aidé les élèves à comprendre le sujet.
Development of an argument or a theory.
His explanations about the economy were clear and convincing.
Ses explications sur l'économie étaient claires et convaincantes.
Details provided about a situation or an event.
He asked for explanations regarding his recent absence.
Il a demandé des explications sur sa récente absence.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'explicatio', meaning 'development, explanation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to provide explanations
to provide clarifications on a subject.
donner des explications
in search of explanations
to seek reasons or motives.
en quête d'explications
detailed explanations
in-depth clarifications on a subject.
explications détaillées

Related Words

to explain
To demonstrate or clarify something.
expliquer
explanatory
Which serves to explain.
explicatif
clarity
Quality of what is clear and understandable.
clarté

Slang Meanings

To explain in a simplified manner.
Let me give you explanations in a chill way.
Laisse-moi te donner des explications à la cool.
To provide clarifications like in an informal discussion.
We needed a few explanations after the meeting.
On a eu besoin de quelques explications après la réunion.