Entenderse (en. Be understood)
/entenderse/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To reach an agreement or mutual understanding.
Despite their differences, they managed to understand each other.
A pesar de sus diferencias, lograron entenderse.
To have a clear and mutual understanding.
It is important that they understand each other well before making a decision.
Es importante que se entiendan bien antes de tomar una decisión.
To establish a good communicative relationship.
From the beginning, they understood each other perfectly.
Desde el principio, se entendieron perfectamente.
Etymology
It comes from the verb 'entender' with the reflexive pronoun 'se'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to get along well
To have good communication or relationship.
entenderse bien
not to understand each other
Not to reach an agreement or not to communicate properly.
no entenderse
to understand each other wonderfully
To understand each other excellently.
entenderse a las mil maravillas
Related Words
understand
To perceive the meaning of something.
entender
comprehend
To synthesize information and assimilate it.
comprender
Slang Meanings
To understand each other perfectly.
When they work together, they understand each other as if they were one.
Cuando trabajan juntos, se entienden como si fueran uno.
To reach an agreement after discussion.
After several hours of talking, they finally understood each other.
Después de varias horas de charla, finalmente se entendieron.