🇺🇸 How to say

“to understand” in English

to understand
Illustration of "to understand" in a English cultural setting
A student's face lights up as they finally grasp a difficult math problem on the chalkboard. Their teacher smiles warmly, seeing the moment of understanding dawn.

Usage note

Use 'to understand' when you know the meaning or how something works.

Examples

  • I understand the lesson.

    I understand the lesson.

  • She doesn't understand the map.

    She doesn't understand the map.

  • Do you understand the rules?

    Do you understand the rules?

Quick check

What does "understand" mean?

  • A. to understand
  • B. to buy
  • C. close
  • D. to come

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