selgitas

This is the 106th most frequent Estonian word.


selgitas

"Selgitas" means "explained" in English.


Here, 'selgitas' means 'explained' and is used as the past tense of the verb 'selgitama' in the context of providing clarification.

Õpetaja selgitas keerulist matemaatikaülesannet klassile.

The teacher explained the complex math problem to the class.


In this sentence, 'selgitas' is used to describe giving a detailed explanation for one's actions.

Ta selgitas oma tegevustest kohtunikule pikalt ja põhjalikult.

He explained his actions to the judge in detail and at length.


In this case, 'selgitas' is employed to express providing a reason or justification for something.

Õpilane selgitas, miks ta hilines ja lubas edaspidi olla täpsem.

The student explained why they were late and promised to be more punctual in the future.