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.