Explain

7 lettersverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

To make something clear or easy to understand by describing it in detail or revealing relevant facts. Explanation involves clarifying meanings, reasons, or procedures through description or demonstration.

“The teacher took extra time to explain the complex mathematical concept to the students.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ɛkˈspleɪn/

Syllables

ex·plain

Related Words

Synonyms

clarifyelucidatedescribeinterpret

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Contains EX- opening with three vowels (E, A, I); watch for -PLAIN ending

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Scrabble

Worth 16 points; the X (8 points) and P (3 points) provide excellent scoring

Words Related to Explain

Words you can make from Explain

Shorter words formed from the letters in “explain”.

alpine alien aline alpen anile axile axine elain elian enpia laine lapin lexia liane linea lipan nepal nexal niepa paine panel penal pilea pinal

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8-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “explain”.

explains

Longer words starting with Explain

Words that begin with “explain”.

explains explained explaining

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