Explico (en. I explain)
/eksˈpliko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To make something clear or comprehensible.
I explain the concept to my students.
Le explico el concepto a mis estudiantes.
To present a topic in detail.
She explained to me how the system works.
Ella me explicó cómo funciona el sistema.
To provide reasons or causes about a topic.
The lawyer explained the reasons for his defense.
El abogado explicó los motivos de su defensa.
Etymology
From Latin explicāre, meaning 'to untangle, to clarify'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
I explain well
It means that a topic has been clarified satisfactorily.
explico bien
I can't explain myself
Expression that indicates confusion or lack of understanding.
no me explico
I explain to you
A way to start a clarification or explanation.
te explico
Related Words
explanation
Action of explaining; the result of making something comprehensible.
explicación
explanatory
That has the function of explaining or clarifying.
explicativo
inexplicable
That cannot be explained.
inexplicable
Slang Meanings
Quick explanation.
I'm going to give you a quick 'explanation' about the topic.
Voy a hacerte una 'explicada' rápida sobre el tema.
Clarification in informal slang.
Let me give a 'quick explanation' about the project.
Déjame hacer un 'explicón' sobre el proyecto.