clarify

word

/ˈkɫɛɹəˌfaɪ/
/klˈæɹɪfˌaɪ/

Definition

To make something clear or easier to understand, often by giving more details or explaining.

Usage & Nuances

'Clarify' is formal or neutral, used in professional and academic contexts. Common with 'a point,' 'an issue,' or 'instructions.' Do not confuse with 'verify' (to confirm something is true). Often followed by 'that' or 'what.'

Spanish: aclararPortuguese (BR): esclarecerPortuguese (PT): esclarecerChinese (Simplified): 澄清 - 弄清楚Chinese (Traditional): 澄清 - 弄清楚Hindi: स्पष्ट करनाArabic: يوضّحBengali: স্পষ্ট করাRussian: прояснить - уточнитьJapanese: 明確にするVietnamese: làm rõKorean: 명확히 하다Turkish: açıklığa kavuşturmak - netleştirmekUrdu: واضح کرناIndonesian: menjelaskan - memperjelas

Example Sentences

Can you clarify your question?

basic

Let me clarify the instructions for you.

basic

Please clarify what you mean.

basic

Could you clarify that last point for me?

natural

Let me clarify before there’s any confusion.

natural

Just to clarify, are we meeting at six or seven?

natural