klären
Translation
to clarify, to clear up, to settle, to purify
Examples
Wir müssen dieses Missverständnis klären.
We have to clear up this misunderstanding.
Die Sache hat sich von selbst geklärt.
The matter resolved itself.
Das Abwasser wird in der Anlage geklärt.
The sewage is purified in the plant.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to clarify ((sth.)) We need to clarify the situation.
sich klären to clear up, to be resolved The problem has cleared up.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to clarify, to explain; Antonyms: to confuse, to complicate
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'klar' (clear). It means to make something 'klar'.
Memory Tips
Think of making a situation or water 'clear' ('klar'). You 'klären' it.