Spanish phrase

¿Me puedes explicar ~?

Meaning

Can you explain ___ to me?

When to use it

Asks someone to explain something to the speaker. A polite, casual request used with friends or coworkers and usually made more formal when addressing superiors.

Example dialogue

¿Me puedes explicar esta palabra?

Can you explain this word to me?

Claro, significa 'amigo' en este contexto.

Sure, it means 'friend' in this context.

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