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    Comprenaient (en. Understood)

    /kɔ̃.pʁə.nɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Action of grasping or integrating an idea or a situation.
    The students understood the mathematical concepts after the explanation.
    Les élèves comprenaient les concepts mathématiques après l'explication.
    To know or realize something.
    They understood the stakes of the discussion.
    Ils comprenaient les enjeux de la discussion.
    To perceive a reality or an emotion.
    He understood the sadness in her voice.
    Il comprenait la tristesse dans sa voix.

    Etymology

    The word 'comprendre' comes from the Latin 'comprehendere', which means to grasp together.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    understand between the lines
    Detect a hidden meaning in a text.
    comprendre entre les lignes
    make understood
    Explain in a way that the other can grasp.
    faire comprendre
    not understand a word
    Be unable to grasp a concept.
    ne pas comprendre un mot

    Related Words

    understand
    Grasping the meaning or truth of something.
    comprendre
    understanding
    Ability to grasp or hear.
    compréhension
    misunderstanding
    Lack of understanding.
    incompréhension

    Slang Meanings

    Grasp an idea or concept quickly.
    She understood in no time.
    Elle a compris en un rien de temps.
    Be on the same wavelength as someone.
    They understand each other without needing to talk.
    Ils se comprennent sans avoir besoin de parler.