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Grammar fix

clear explanation

easy explanation

An explanation that is simple and easy to understand, without confusion.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • 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

Fix the pattern

Pattern: a clear explanation (of something)

WrongShe did a clear explanation.

RightShe gave a clear explanation.

You GIVE an explanation, not 'do' one.

Patterna clear explanation (of something)

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff She furnished a lucid and readily comprehensible elucidation.

Natural She gave a really clear explanation.

'Furnished a lucid elucidation' is absurdly formal; 'gave a clear explanation' is normal.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • a clear explanation
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Don't confuse it

Not the same as 'detailed explanation', which focuses on including a lot of information, not just being easy to understand.

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