eksplanasyon
eksplanasyón with stress marks
explanation
Usage Note
Eksplanasyon is used in academic, professional, and everyday contexts to mean a clarification or justification of something. It is a standard term in Filipino schools and workplaces, often used when teachers ask students to elaborate on their answers or when employers require written justifications.
Examples
" Kailangan ko ng eksplanasyon. "
Natural Translation
I need an explanation.
Literal Translation
Need I of explanation.
" Malinaw ang iyong eksplanasyon. "
Natural Translation
Your explanation is clear.
Literal Translation
Clear the your explanation.
" Hindi ako kumbinsido sa kanyang eksplanasyon dahil maraming detalye ang hindi niya nasagot nang maayos. "
Natural Translation
I wasn't convinced by his explanation because there were many details he didn't answer properly.
Literal Translation
Not I convinced in his explanation because many details the not he answered well.
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