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explication

explanation

noun ex-plee-kah-SYOHN Less Common

Usage Note

Explication derives from expliquer ('to explain') and is used in both academic and everyday contexts. The phrase demander des explications means 'to demand an explanation', often implying a confrontation. Do not confuse with explication de texte, a formal French literary analysis method taught in schools.

Examples

"Il a donné une longue explication de son absence."

Natural Translation

He gave a long explanation for his absence.

Literal Translation

He gave a long explanation of his absence

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