It means telling clearly why something is the way it is.
以下は英単語 “explanation” に関するストーリー型学習コンテンツです。まずは大枠の意味を理解して最後の文章で確認しましょう。
主な意味(main meaning)
類義語 | 英語例文 |
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clarification | I asked for clarification about the schedule. |
description | His description of the scene was very detailed. |
interpretation | Her interpretation of the poem was interesting. |
account | He gave an account of what happened last night. |
justification | She gave a justification for her actions. |
語源(etymology)
「explanation」はラテン語の explanare(広げて明らかにする)から来ており、
「何かをはっきりさせる」イメージがあります。
類義語(synonyms)
類義語 | 英語例文 |
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clarification | I asked for clarification about the schedule. |
description | His description of the scene was very detailed. |
interpretation | Her interpretation of the poem was interesting. |
account | He gave an account of what happened last night. |
justification | She gave a justification for her actions. |
反義語(antonyms)
反義語 | 英語例文 |
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confusion | His words caused more confusion than clarity. |
mystery | The reason for his sudden leave is still a mystery. |
コロケーション(collocations)
コロケーション | 英語例文 |
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give an explanation | Please give an explanation for your behavior. |
clear explanation | The teacher gave a clear explanation. |
detailed explanation | She provided a detailed explanation of the process. |
simple explanation | He offered a simple explanation anyone could understand. |
scientific explanation | The report included a scientific explanation of the results. |
2項表現(binomials)
2項表現 | 英語例文 |
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facts and explanations | The book includes facts and explanations. |
questions and answers | The session ended with questions and answers. |
英語ストーリー(english story)
Title: A Clear Explanation Saves the Day
At the office, Mia was getting nervous. Her team had to present their new marketing plan to the manager that afternoon. The plan was great, but it was a bit complex. Mia was in charge of giving the explanation.
“Don’t worry,” said James, her coworker. “Your explanation is always clear and easy to follow.”
When the meeting started, Mia stood up and gave a detailed explanation of the plan. She used simple language and even showed a chart. Everyone listened carefully.
After the presentation, the manager said, “That was a very clear explanation. I now understand the plan perfectly.”
Later, one of the new staff members asked Mia for clarification on one part. Mia gave a simple explanation again, and the staff member nodded with a smile.
That evening, Mia felt proud. Her ability to give good explanations had helped the whole team. She learned that a good explanation is not just about facts, but also about making people feel less confused and more confident.
和訳
タイトル:わかりやすい説明が救った一日
会社でミアは緊張していました。午後にチームで新しいマーケティング計画をマネージャーに発表しなければなりません。計画は素晴らしいものでしたが、少し複雑でした。説明を担当するのはミアです。
「心配しないで」と同僚のジェームズが言いました。「あなたの説明はいつもわかりやすいよ。」
会議が始まると、ミアは立ち上がって計画の詳細な説明をしました。簡単な言葉を使い、図も見せました。みんなが真剣に聞いていました。
発表のあと、マネージャーは「とてもわかりやすい説明だったよ。計画がよく理解できた」と言いました。
その後、新人スタッフが1つの部分についてもう少し説明を求めました。ミアは再び簡単に説明し、そのスタッフはうなずいて笑顔になりました。
その夜、ミアは誇らしく感じました。わかりやすい説明がチーム全体を助けたのです。良い説明とは、単に事実を伝えることだけでなく、人々を安心させ、自信を持たせることでもあるとミアは学びました。
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