사물의 의미나 사정 등을 깨달아 알거나 파악하다.
To perceive the intended meaning or significance of something such as words, a situation, or a language.
예문:
"I didn't understand the complex instructions on the box."
"Can you understand the local dialect spoken here?"
타인의 처지나 기분을 너그럽게 받아들이거나 공감하다.
To be sympathetically or knowledgeably aware of the character, nature, or feelings of others.
예문:
"I understand your frustration with the slow progress."
"A good teacher understands the needs of every student."
정보나 소식을 통해 어떤 사실을 그렇다고 믿거나 알고 있다.
To infer or believe something to be the case based on information or news received.
예문:
"I understand that you are looking for a new job."
"From what I understand, the meeting has been canceled."
어떤 대상을 특정한 방식이나 관점으로 풀이하고 받아들이다.
To interpret or view something in a particular way or within a specific context.
예문:
"The law is understood differently by various legal experts."
"How should we understand this abstract painting?"
문장에서 생략된 요소를 문맥상 존재하는 것으로 보고 보충하다.
To regard a missing word, phrase, or idea as present and supply it mentally for the sake of meaning.
예문:
"In the phrase 'the more the merrier', the verb is understood."
"The subject 'you' is understood in most imperative sentences."