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spiegazione

English translation of spiegazione

explanation

The word 'spiegazione' is the Italian term for 'explanation'. It is used in the same way as in English, to provide a detailed account or clarification of an event, situation, or concept. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, and is a common word in everyday Italian conversation and writing.


Example sentences using: spiegazione

Mi puoi dare una spiegazione di questa frase?

English translation of Mi puoi dare una spiegazione di questa frase?

Can you give me an explanation of this sentence?

This is a phrase a person might use while learning a language. The speaker is requesting an explanation of a particular sentence, perhaps because they don't understand its syntax or vocabulary.

Sto cercando una spiegazione logica.

English translation of Sto cercando una spiegazione logica.

I am looking for a logical explanation.

This phrase is used when someone is trying to find a sensible reason for something that has happened. They're not accepting any explanation, but specifically a 'logical' one.

La sua spiegazione era incomprensibile.

English translation of La sua spiegazione era incomprensibile.

His explanation was incomprehensible.

The speaker is referring to an explanation given by someone else (a man, in this case). By using the word 'incomprehensible', the speaker suggests that they did not understand the explanation. It could be due to language difficulty, complexity of the subject, or poor communication skills of the explainer.

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