clear explanation — easy explanation
collocationB1IELTS 5+neutralcommon
An explanation that is simple and easy to understand, without confusion.
Say it like a native
Textbook She furnished a lucid and readily comprehensible elucidation.
Native She gave a really clear explanation.
'Furnished a lucid elucidation' is absurdly formal; 'gave a clear explanation' is normal.
Pattern: a clear explanation (of something)
In use
- The teacher gave a clear explanation of the new topic, so everyone understood.study
- In my opinion, a clear explanation is important when presenting ideas, because it helps the audience follow your points easily.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ She did a clear explanation.
✓ She gave a clear explanation.
You GIVE an explanation, not 'do' one.
Common collocations
a clear explanation— give, of, simple, need
Don't confuse it
Not the same as 'detailed explanation', which focuses on including a lot of information, not just being easy to understand.