explicárselos

Explicárselos is a Spanish verb phrase derived from the infinitive verb "explicar," meaning "to explain." The phrase is formed by combining the infinitive with the indirect object pronoun "se" and the direct object pronoun "los." The pronoun "se" typically replaces "le" or "les" when it is followed by another object pronoun, and "los" refers to a plural masculine direct object. Therefore, "explicárselos" translates to "to explain them to him/her/you (formal singular) or them (formal plural)."

The structure of this verb phrase is common in Spanish grammar. When an infinitive verb is followed by one or more object pronouns, the pronouns are attached to the end of the infinitive, and an accent mark is added to the vowel that receives the stress. In the case of "explicárselos," the stress falls on the "a" of "explicar," hence the accent mark.

The meaning of "explicárselos" is context-dependent. The "se" can refer to a singular or plural indirect object, and "los" refers to plural masculine direct objects. For example, one might say "Tengo que explicárselos a mis padres" (I have to explain them to my parents), where "los" refers to some plural masculine items or concepts. Alternatively, "El profesor los explicárselos a los estudiantes" (The professor explains them to the students) uses the phrase with a singular indirect object for the professor. Understanding the preceding context is crucial to accurately interpret who is doing the explaining, who is receiving the explanation, and what is being explained.