understanding
intermediateB1/ʌndərˈstændɪŋ/ · un-der-stand-ing
The ability to comprehend or grasp information, concepts, or situations.
Meanings
The ability to comprehend or grasp information, concepts, or situations.
معلومات، تصورات یا حالات کو سمجھنے کی صلاحیت۔
سمجھ
samajh
Synonyms
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- above understanding
- to have an understanding
- a mutual understanding
Example Sentences
Her understanding of the topic was impressive.
موضوع کی اس کی سمجھ متاثر کن تھی۔
Mauzoo ki is ki samajh mutasir kun thi.
Building mutual understanding is essential in relationships.
رشتہ داریوں میں باہمی سمجھ بنانا ضروری ہے۔
Rishton mein bahami samajh banana zaroori hai.
He lacked the understanding of the basic principles.
اس کے پاس بنیادی اصولوں کی سمجھ نہیں تھی۔
Is ke paas buniyaadi usoolon ki samajh nahi thi.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'understanding' as 'standing under' someone's perspective to see their view.
Imagine a person holding a book and explaining concepts to others.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
نہ سمجھیے کہ یہ کمال ہے ہجر کا، یہ تو ہے صرف ادراک عشق کا
Na samajhiye keh yeh kamaal hai hijr ka, yeh to hai sirf idraak ishq ka.
Do not think that this is the excellence of separation; it is merely the understanding of love.
— Mirza Ghalib, Ghazals
* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
سمجھ بوجھ سنبھال کر چلو
Samajh boojh sambhal kar chalo
Walk carefully with understanding.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "understandan" — to stand in the midst of
First known use: before the 12th century
The term has evolved from Old English, showing the process of grasping concepts and ideas.