spiegare
to explain
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/spjeˈɡaːre/
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Cultural Note
Spiegare literally means 'to unfold' (from Latin explicare), reflecting the idea of unfolding meaning for someone. Italians value clear explanation and will often use elaborate hand movements while explaining concepts.
📝 Example Sentences
Puoi spiegarmi questa parola?
Can you explain this word to me?
Mi ha spiegato tutto con pazienza.
He explained everything to me patiently.
Non riesco a spiegare come mi sento.
I can't explain how I feel.