How to Pronounce "explained"
word
/ɪksˈpɫeɪnd/
ik-PLAYND
/ɛksplˈeɪnd/
ik-SPLAYND
Definition
Past form of 'explain'. It means made something clear by giving details, reasons, or information; in passive use, it can mean that something was made clear.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪksˈpɫeɪnd/
British English
/ɛksplˈeɪnd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ik-PLAYND
UK
ik-SPLAYND
Listen in Context
He explained why he was late.
The rules were explained on the first day.
She explained it to me like I was five.
The teacher explained the answer slowly.