Meaning

    explanation; to explain; to interpret; to resolve

Pronunciation

    Tone marks: ► jiě shì
    Tone numbers: jie3 shi4

Chinese Characters

    Traditional: 解釋
    Simplified: 解释

    First Character: 解 (jiě) – to separate; to divide; to break up; to loosen; to explain; to untie; to emancipate
    Second Character: 釋 (shì) – explain; to release

Examples of Jiě Shì

    ► Qǐng nǐ jiě shì qīng chu.
    請你解釋清楚｡
    请你解释清楚｡
    Please give me a clear explanation.

    ► Wǒ jiě shì gěi nǐ tīng.
    我解釋給你聽｡
    我解释给你听｡
    I'll explain it to you.