Comprenant (en. Including)

/kɔ̃.pʁə.nɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who understands; who has the ability to grasp an idea or situation.
An understanding mind is often more open to the opinions of others.
Un esprit comprenant est souvent plus ouvert aux opinions des autres.
Who includes or encompasses.
The project includes several important aspects.
Le projet comprend plusieurs aspects importants.
Who shows empathy.
She is very understanding of her friends' difficulties.
Elle est très comprenant envers les difficultés de ses amis.

Etymology

From the verb understand, derived from the Latin 'comprehendere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a understanding mind
A person who is capable of understanding others.
un esprit compréhensif
to be understanding
Showing understanding or empathy.
être compréhensif
to understand the meaning
Fully grasping the idea or intention behind something.
comprendre le sens

Related Words

understand
Grasping the meaning, nature, or significance.
comprendre
understanding
The act of understanding, the ability to grasp an idea.
compréhension
understandable
That can be understood, clear.
compréhensible

Slang Meanings

To understand something quickly.
He gets it super quickly, he understood everything in the blink of an eye.
Il est super compris, il a tout saisi en un clin d'œil.
To be accommodating and tolerant.
He is a really understanding guy, always ready to help.
C'est un gars vraiment compréhensible, toujours prêt à aider.