understand
Definition
- v. know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
- v. perceive (an idea or situation) mentally
- v. make sense of a language
- v. believe to be the case
Word forms
- Past participle
- understood
- Past tense
- understood
- Present participle
- understanding
- Third person singular
- understands
Example sentences
vt.
I finally understand how to solve this math problem.
vi.
She understands that hard work is important for success.