Reexplain: meaning, definitions and examples
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reexplain
[ ˌriːɪkˈspleɪn ]
clarification
Reexplain means to explain something again, often to clarify or provide additional details that may have been misunderstood or unclear in the initial explanation. It is often used in educational contexts or discussions where complex ideas need to be made more accessible. By reexplaining, the speaker aims to reinforce understanding and ensure that the listener comprehends the material being discussed.
Synonyms
clarify, elucidate, reiterate.
Examples of usage
- Could you reexplain that concept?
- Let me reexplain the instructions.
- I didn't understand, can you reexplain?
- He had to reexplain the topic multiple times.
Translations
Translations of the word "reexplain" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reexplicar
🇮🇳 पुनः व्याख्या करना
🇩🇪 erneut erklären
🇮🇩 menjelaskan kembali
🇺🇦 перевикладати
🇵🇱 ponownie wyjaśnić
🇯🇵 再説明する
🇫🇷 réexpliquer
🇪🇸 reexplicar
🇹🇷 yeniden açıklamak
🇰🇷 다시 설명하다
🇸🇦 إعادة الشرح
🇨🇿 znovu vysvětlit
🇸🇰 znovu vysvetliť
🇨🇳 重新解释
🇸🇮 ponovno razložiti
🇮🇸 endurtúlka
🇰🇿 қайта түсіндіру
🇬🇪 დასაბუთება თავიდან
🇦🇿 yenidən izah etmək
🇲🇽 reexplicar
Etymology
The word 'reexplain' is a compound verb formed by adding the prefix 're-' to the verb 'explain.' The prefix 're-' comes from Latin, meaning 'again' or 'back,' suggesting repetition. The root word 'explain' originates from the Latin 'explanare,' which means 'to make plain or clear.' 'Explanare' is composed of the prefix 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'planare' meaning 'to make level or smooth.' Hence, 'explain' developed the meaning of making something clear or understandable. The combined form 'reexplain' has been in use in the English language to denote the action of explaining something that was previously explained, emphasizing the need for further clarification or reiteration. As communication methods have evolved, so too has the necessity for reexplanation, particularly in educational and instructional contexts.