Spanish phrase
¿Cómo justifico ~?
Meaning
How should I justify ___?
When to use it
Asks what explanation to offer for an action. Used when asking for advice on an acceptable excuse or way to explain tardiness or a mistake, with the goal of convincing someone.
Example dialogue
¿Cómo justifico mi retraso?
How should I justify my lateness?
Puedes decir que hubo tráfico y pedir disculpas.
You can say there was traffic and apologize.