This means to know what words or ideas mean. When you understand something, you get its meaning in your mind.
I understand your words clearly.
She can understand simple English.
This use means to know how to explain or think about information or instructions. It shows correct thinking about facts.
I understand the instructions well.
He understands the rules of the game.
This meaning means to share or know how someone else feels. It is about feelings and being kind.
I understand how you feel sad.
She understands his problem well.
This use means to have a clear agreement or plan with someone. It can be a spoken or silent agreement.
We understand to meet at five o’clock.
They understand not to tell secrets.
This meaning means to believe or think something is true even if you do not have full proof. It is common for news or reports.
I understand he is at work now.
We understand the shop closes early today.
This meaning means to be able to use a language or a skill well. It shows good knowledge or practice.
He understands French very well.
She understands how to play guitar.
This meaning is about knowing something without it being clearly said. You guess or find the hidden meaning.
I understand you want help but not say it.
She understands his real meaning behind words.
