🇬🇧🇨🇳 understanding - 理解 : English Lesson

Meaning of "understanding" ("理解"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Understanding is when your brain figures something out and it finally makes sense to you. It’s more than just remembering words; it means you actually know what is happening, why it happens, or how to do it. When you have understanding, you can explain it to someone else, use it in real life, and solve problems with it.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

Dad claimed to have a strong understanding of dance moves; the living room strongly disagreed.

My understanding of the word “bedtime” is that it’s actually secret reading time with a flashlight.

I reached a new understanding of gravity when I slipped on my sock and hugged the floor.

My friend’s understanding of “quiet” is talking softly… nonstop… for three hours.

My understanding of history is that humans invented homework by a terrible accident and then never fixed it.

A boy points to a blue door in his drawing. His mother listens with slow understanding. He shows a key and says the toy is inside. Her face opens to understanding, then to full understanding when she sees the real toy box. The room fills with a understanding nod and an understanding smile, and a warm hug ends the day.

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This word is at the B1 level, which means it’s important for understanding and discussing familiar topics like work, school, or leisure. Words at this level help you express your thoughts, opinions, and experiences with more detail.

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