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"Explain" is a transitive verb which is often translated as "explicar", and "please" is an interjection which is often translated as "por favor". Learn more about the difference between "explain" and "please" below.
explain(
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)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
a. explicar
Is there any traumatic experience from his past that explains his reaction?¿Existe alguna experiencia traumática de su pasado que explica su reacción?
b. justificar
Her upbringing explains her rebellious behavior.Su crianza justifica su comportamiento rebelde.
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., The man sneezed.).
a. explicar
I know you're angry, but if you would just let me explain you'd understand everything.Sé que estás enojada, pero si me dejarías explicar entenderías todo.
please(
pliz
)An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
a. por Dios
Could you just stop talking for a second, please!¡Por Dios! ¿Puedes dejar de hablar por un momento?
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., The man sneezed.).
3. (to prefer)
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
4. (to satisfy)
a. complacer
You're constantly trying to please people. Don't you get tired of it?Siempre estás intentando complacer a la gente. ¿No te cansas?
