Understanding - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ|  American pronunciation of the word understanding
Brit.  |ʌndəˈstændɪŋ|  British pronunciation of the word understanding
- this word is used as a present participle form of the verb 'to be' to understand

noun

- the cognitive condition of someone who understands (syn: apprehension, discernment, savvy)
he has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect
- the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises (syn: agreement)
there was an understanding between management and the workers
- an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion (syn: sympathy)
I knew I could count on his understanding
- the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination (syn: intellect, reason)

adjective

- characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy
an understanding friend

Extra examples

He has a thorough understanding of the subject.

She has a basic understanding of the process.

I hope to get a clearer understanding of the issues involved.

He seems to have little understanding of our situation.

We have an understanding that whoever cooks doesn't have to do the dishes.

She treats them with kindness and understanding.

...a kind and understanding teacher who often helps troubled students...

It was my understanding that we would share the expenses.

How does this add to our understanding of the problem?

If you know the neighbourhood, you have an understanding of what the children are like.

Linguists currently have little understanding of the exact cause of language change.

How can we gain an understanding of other cultures?

Over time, you will get a far better understanding of the job.

Success depends on a clear understanding of the problem.

My father was furious at first, but eventually we came to an understanding.

Word forms

noun
singular: understanding
plural: understandings
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