English–French

“explain in detail” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/detaje/

Example

Il détaillait chaque étape.

He explained each step in detail.

Illustration for détailler (explain in detail)

How to say “explain in detail” in French

“Explain in detail” in French is détailler.

An object opened into separate parts, with each part named and explained in turn.

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

Example sentences with détailler

Peux-tu détailler les coûts du projet ?

Can you detail the project's costs?

Tips for using détailler

  • Détailler usually takes a direct object, as in détailler chaque étape, although the object can be omitted when the context is clear.

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