Comprensivo (en. Comprehensive)

/kom.pɾenˈsi.βo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to a person who is capable of understanding the feelings and situations of others.
He is a very understanding teacher with his students.
Es un profesor muy comprensivo con sus alumnos.
Showing empathy or tolerance towards the difficulties of others.
His understanding attitude helped to calm the situation.
Su actitud comprensiva ayudó a calmar la situación.
That encompasses or includes various things.
The comprehensive approach of the project was well received.
El enfoque comprensivo del proyecto fue bien recibido.

Etymology

From Latin 'comprehensivus', meaning 'that understands'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a comprehensive approach
To address situations considering multiple aspects or perspectives.
tener un enfoque comprensivo
to be understanding
To act with empathy and understanding towards others' problems.
ser comprensivo

Related Words

understanding
Ability to understand something or someone.
comprensión
understanding
Ability to comprehend information or emotions.
entendimiento

Slang Meanings

A person who always supports others.
He is the understanding one of the group, he always gets us.
Es el comprensivo del grupo, siempre nos entiende.
Someone who listens without judging.
She is the most understanding, we can talk about anything with her.
Ella es la más comprensiva, podemos hablar de cualquier cosa con ella.