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    Comprenden (en. Understand)

    /komˈpɾen.den/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To grasp the meaning or essence of something.
    Students understand concepts better when they are explained with examples.
    Los estudiantes comprenden mejor los conceptos cuando son explicados con ejemplos.
    To be aware of the circumstances of a situation.
    She understands the importance of helping others.
    Ella comprende la importancia de ayudar a los demás.
    To open the mind to accept or tolerate something.
    It is essential that they understand different cultures.
    Es fundamental que comprendan las diferentes culturas.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'comprehendere,' which means 'to grasp together' or 'to understand.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    understand the situation
    To grasp the context or circumstances of something.
    comprender la situación
    do not understand
    Indicates that someone does not grasp the meaning of something.
    no comprenden
    understand someone
    To understand the feelings or motives of another person.
    comprender a alguien

    Related Words

    comprehension
    The act of grasping the understanding of something.
    comprensión
    comprehensible
    That which can be easily understood.
    comprensible
    comprehension
    The process of understanding.
    comprehension

    Slang Meanings

    To understand in an informal or colloquial way.
    Don't worry, I already understand what you mean.
    No te preocupes, ya comprendo lo que quieres decir.
    To endure or accept something unexpected.
    I do not understand why you did that.
    Yo no comprendo que hayas hecho eso.