解说 jiěshuō to explain (verbally)
to explain (verbally); to give a running commentary
How to remember 解说: 解 to explain + 说 say = to explain (verbally).
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How it is used
- To narrate / give a running commentary - 现场解说 (xiànchǎng jiěshuō) live commentary.
- Explaining aloud alongside something as it unfolds: sports, exhibits, videos; 解说员 (jiěshuōyuán) commentator/narrator.
- Contrast 讲解 (jiǎngjiě), explaining/teaching content; 解说 leans to accompanying commentary.