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expound

[ɪkˈspaʊnd]
verb
expor, explicar, dissertar
1. to explain or describe in detail
The professor expounded on the theory of relativity.
O professor explanou a teoria da relatividade.
2. to set forth in speech or writing; to discourse at length
He expounded his views on climate change during the conference.
Ele dissertou sobre suas opiniões sobre mudanças climáticas durante a conferência.
3. to interpret or explicate a text or concept
The scholar expounded the ancient manuscript to the students.
O erudito interpretou o manuscrito antigo para os alunos.
Synonyms
explainelaborateclarifyinterpretexpatiarediscourse
Antonyms
concealobscurecondensesummarize

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
explicar, expor
Most commonly used in formal and academic contexts
São Paulo
explicar, dissertar
Frequently used in educational and professional settings
Portugal
expor, explicar, comentar
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese, formal register

Related Idioms & Phrases

expound upon/on something
expound at length
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