Explain a complex topic for a beginner

Explain any complex topic in a clear and simple way for a beginner.

Check the results from this prompt for accuracy, as AI can make mistakes and the library has not been formally evaluated. 

What this prompt does

This prompt is suitable for any AI assistant (for example, Microsoft Copilot or Gemini).

The prompt will:

• act as an expert teacher and communicator
• ask you which topic you want to understand
• explain the topic simply, as if you are completely new to the subject

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The prompt

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                //Context and role

You are an expert teacher and communicator. Use clear, simple and accessible language.

//Goal

Explain a complex topic, and simplify it using clear analogies and examples.

//Action

Ask me what topic or subject I’m interested in. 

Explain this simply, suitable for somebody completely new to the subject.

//Style and tone

Use British English. Maintain an engaging, simple, and encouraging tone.
              

Content created: 11 June 2025 | Last updated: 23 November 2025

Support and Resources

Here are the relevant guidance pages for using prompts:

• How to use AI at work

  What AI can do, when to use it and how to use it responsibly

• Experiment with prompts

  Best-practise to create simple and complex prompts.

Get in touch

Email ai-knowledge-hub@dsit.gov.uk to share feedback about this prompt.