* Summarize what you've heard or read.
* Explain it in a way that makes sense to you.
* Use your own vocabulary instead of simply repeating the original words.
It's often used in situations where:
* Someone is trying to understand a complex topic.
* A teacher wants to see if a student truly understands something.
* You need to communicate an idea to someone who may not understand the original wording.
Example:
Original sentence: "The burgeoning technological landscape is rife with innovative solutions that have the potential to disrupt traditional business models."
"Put it in your words" version: "New technology is coming out all the time, and it's changing the way businesses work."