Translation of Spanish word "comprender" to English
comprender
/kom.pɾen.ˈdeɾ/
Meaning
VerbTo know the meaning of; to parse or have parsed correctly; to comprehend.
How to use
Comprender ('to understand / comprise') is a regular -er verb. Used for intellectual understanding or empathy.
🇬🇧 English
to understand
Example
No te comprendo.
I do not understand you.
Es fácil comprender esto.
It is easy to understand this.
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- hacerse comprender— to make oneself understood
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What does the Spanish word "comprender" mean?▼
The Spanish word "comprender" means "to understand" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "No te comprendo." (which translates as "I do not understand you.").
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