German Word · Intermediate
erklären
to explain, to make clear
Pronunciation: /ɛɐ̯ˈklɛːʁən/
Meaning
to explain, to make clear
Example
Der Lehrer erklärte (mir) die quadratische Gleichung sehr gut.
The teacher explained the quadratic equation (to me) very well.
Practice tips
- Practice erklären out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.