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解説

kaissetsu

What does "解説" mean in English?

explanation

この本には、難しい概念の解説が載っています。

This book contains explanations of difficult concepts.


How to use "解説" correctly: definitions and examples in English?

formal

A detailed explanation or commentary on a topic, often used in academic, technical, or media contexts.

講師は、この理論の解説を始めました。

The lecturer began explaining this theory.

この映画の解説を読むと、より深く理解できます。

Reading the explanation of this movie helps you understand it better.

Often used in educational materials, documentaries, or technical documentation.

Collocations

解説するto explain解説書manual解説動画explanatory video

Synonyms

説明解明解釈

Antonyms

不明謎

Related Phrases

解説するverb
to explain
解説書noun
manual

Pro Tip

Usage in Media

In media, 解説 is often used to describe commentary or analysis provided by experts.

Gold Rule

Formal Context

解説 is typically used in formal or technical contexts, not casual conversation.

Word Origin

From the verb 解く (to untie, solve) + 説 (explanation, theory).

Usage Notes

Can be used as a noun or verb (解説する). Often appears in formal or technical contexts.

Word Breakdown

解
to untie, solve
root
+
説
explanation, theory
root
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