Collocation
explain a problem
Definition
to describe what is wrong or difficult so others can understand and help
'explain a problem' is a common English collocation. to describe what is wrong or difficult so others can understand and help
explain + a problem
“Could you explain the problem to the technician?”
Examples
- Can you _____ the problem to me again?
- She tried to _____ the problem calmly during the meeting.
- Please _____ the problem in simple terms.
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- I _____ the problem to customer support, but they still didn't understand.
- He couldn't _____ the problem clearly because he was nervous.
- Before we can help, you need to _____ the problem step by step.
- They asked her to _____ the problem without blaming anyone.
- If you _____ the problem with a quick example, it will be easier to fix.
- When I _____ the problem to the manager, he immediately understood the risk.
More verb + noun phrases
- make an effort to try hard to do something, especially when it requires extra energy or commitment
- make a choice to decide between options
- make a phone call to call someone using a telephone
- make an appointment to arrange a specific time to meet someone, especially a professional such as a doctor or dentist
- make a complaint to formally say that you are unhappy with a service, product, or situation and want it dealt with