Understand in Tagalog

Understand in Tagalog is “Maintindihan” or “Unawain” – referring to the ability to comprehend, grasp the meaning, or perceive the significance of something. This fundamental concept is essential in communication and learning. Discover how this word is used in various contexts below.

[Words] = Understand

[Definition]:

• Understand /ˌʌndərˈstænd/
• Verb 1: To perceive the meaning of something; to comprehend.
• Verb 2: To be aware of the significance, implications, or importance of something.
• Verb 3: To interpret or view something in a particular way.
• Verb 4: To have sympathetic awareness or tolerance.

[Synonyms] = Maintindihan, Unawain, Intindihin, Nauunawaan, Makaalam, Makabatid, Makapagintindi, Maunawaan

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: I understand the instructions you gave me for the project.
• Ex1_PH: Maintindihan ko ang mga tagubilin na ibinigay mo sa akin para sa proyekto.
• Ex2_EN: Do you understand what I’m trying to explain to you?
• Ex2_PH: Nauunawaan mo ba ang sinusubukan kong ipaliwanag sa iyo?
• Ex3_EN: She doesn’t understand how difficult the situation is for everyone.
• Ex3_PH: Hindi niya maintindihan kung gaano kahirap ang sitwasyon para sa lahat.
• Ex4_EN: It took me years to fully understand the complexity of human relationships.
• Ex4_PH: Tumagal ng ilang taon bago ko ganap na maunawaan ang komplikasyon ng mga relasyon ng tao.
• Ex5_EN: I understand your concerns and will address them immediately.
• Ex5_PH: Nauunawaan ko ang iyong mga alalahanin at tutugon ko rito kaagad.