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“explain” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsoexplicar · ilustrar

Pronunciation

IPA/ekspoˈneɾ/

Example

El profesor va a exponer el tema mañana.

The teacher is going to explain the topic tomorrow.

Illustration for exponer (explain)

How to say “explain” in Spanish

“Explain” in Spanish is exponer.

A speaker arranging numbered slides to present an argument.

Full entry for exponer: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with exponer

Ella tuvo que exponer sus ideas frente al comité.

She had to present her ideas before the committee.

Tips for using exponer

  • Exponer is used for presenting an organized case or set of points in talks and texts, while explicar focuses on making something clear step by step.

Other Spanish words for “explain”

¿Puedes explicar esto otra vez?

Can you explain this again?

El profesor ilustró el concepto con un ejemplo.

The teacher explained the concept with an example.

“explain” in other languages