verb

klarmachen

prepare · clarify

Jemandem etwas so sagen oder zeigen, dass es gut verstanden wird; auch etwas bereit oder startklar machen.

The German word "klarmachen" is a separable verb composed of "klar" (clear) and "machen" (to make). It means "to make clear," "to clarify," or "to explain."

Similar words:

  • erklären (to explain)
  • deutlich machen (to make clear)
  • verdeutlichen (to clarify)

Difference:

  • "klarmachen" often implies actively ensuring understanding or stressing a point.
  • "erklären" focuses more on explaining or describing.
  • "deutlich machen" emphasizes making something obvious or unmistakable.
  • "verdeutlichen" implies making something clearer or more understandable by examples or emphasis.

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Examples

Er macht das Boot klar.verb

He prepares the boat

Er muss sich seine Ziele klarmachen.verb

He must clarify his goals for himself.

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