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Rule "Missing preposition: explain (to)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: Missing preposition: explain (to)
Message: The preposition 'to' may be missing (explain something to someone).
Category: Grammar (ID: GRAMMAR)
Link: https://www.lexico.com/definition/ask
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • She explained me the results in detail.
    Correction suggestion: to me
  • Let me explain you why I like him.
    Correction suggestion: to you
  • I explained her the difference between right and wrong.
    Correction suggestion: to her
Correct sentences
for comparison:
  • He explained everything that happened.
ID: EXPLAIN_TO [1]
Version: 6.8-SNAPSHOT (2025-11-03 22:33:08 +0100)