Dictionary - English
understand
- To perceive and comprehend the nature and significance of; grasp. See Synonyms at apprehend. from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition / listen
- To know thoroughly by close contact or long experience with: That teacher understands children. from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition / listen
- To grasp or comprehend the meaning intended or expressed by (another): They have trouble with English, but I can understand them. from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
- To comprehend the language, sounds, form, or symbols of. from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition / listen
- To know and be tolerant or sympathetic toward: I can understand your point of view even though I disagree with it. from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
