verb

klären

clarify

Etwas deutlich machen, sodass es keine Fragen oder Unsicherheiten mehr gibt.

The German word „klären“ is a verb meaning „to clarify“, „to resolve“, or „to explain“. It comes from the adjective „klar“, which means „clear“.

Similar words:

  • erklären (to explain)
  • aufklären (to enlighten, clarify)
  • klarmachen (to make clear)

Differences:

  • „klären“ often implies clearing up an issue or making something understandable or resolved, especially in contexts like problems or questions.
  • „erklären“ typically involves giving a detailed explanation.
  • „aufklären“ often refers to providing information to clarify misunderstandings or educate.
  • „klarmachen“ emphasizes making something obvious or understandable to someone.

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Examples

Können wir das bitte klären?verb

Can we please clarify this?

Sie möchten die Situation klären.verb

They want to clarify the situation.

Wir müssen das Thema bald klären.verb

We must clarify the topic soon.

Gestern haben wir endlich die Missverständnisse geklärt.verb

Yesterday we finally clarified the misunderstandings.

Die strittige Angelegenheit wurde endlich geklärt.verb

The disputed matter was finally clarified.

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