説明
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Base noun form. Often used with 『する』 (suru, 'to do') to form the verb 『説明する』 (setsumei suru, 'to explain'). Example: 『説明が分かりやすい』 (setsumei ga wakariyasui, 'the explanation is easy to understand').
Theme
At a community center workshop, User and the instructor Aya discuss how to improve a presentation by providing clear explanations.
説明
せつめい
explanation
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Imagine a teacher giving a clear 'explanation' while pointing at a 'sign' (説明 setsumei sounds like 'sign me'). 'Sign me up for that explanation!' → 説明 (setsumei, 'explanation').
Cultural Note
In Japanese schools and workplaces, clear 『説明』 (setsumei, 'explanation') is highly valued. Teachers often ask 『説明してください』 (setsumei shite kudasai, 'please explain') to encourage students to articulate their understanding.
Forms
Base: 説明Base noun form. Often used with 『する』 (suru, 'to do') to form the verb 『説明する』 (setsumei suru, 'to explain'). Example: 『説明が分かりやすい』 (setsumei ga wakariyasui, 'the explanation is easy to understand').