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How to Say "clarify!" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “clarify!” is “explica” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
Verb (Command Form)A2informal
Informal command
A cartoon character with a confused and slightly demanding expression, holding up their hand in a clear gesture of request towards a second character, signaling a command to explain.

Examples

¡Explica tu decisión! No la entiendo.

Explain your decision! I don't understand it.

Si no lo sabes, ¡explica lo que pasó!

If you don't know it, explain what happened!

Command Form Trick

For regular '-ar' verbs, the informal command form ('tú') is exactly the same as the 'él/ella/usted' present tense form. So, 'explica' means both 'he explains' and 'Explain! (to you)'.

Formal vs. Informal Command

Mistake: “Using 'explica' when speaking formally to a boss or elder.”

Correction: Use 'explique' (the 'usted' command form) when you need to be polite or formal. 'Explica' is only for friends, family, or children.

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