Meaning
Used to indicate comprehension.
Cultural Background
In Spain, people often use 'Entendido' (past participle) to confirm they have understood a set of instructions. In many Latin American countries, 'Entiendo' is preferred over 'Entendido' to sound less like a military command.
Use with nodding
Always nod when saying 'Entiendo' to show you are truly listening.
Don't over-use
If you say it too much, it sounds like you aren't listening. Use it at natural pauses.
Meaning
Used to indicate comprehension.
Use with nodding
Always nod when saying 'Entiendo' to show you are truly listening.
Don't over-use
If you say it too much, it sounds like you aren't listening. Use it at natural pauses.
Add 'Ya'
Say 'Ya entiendo' when you finally grasp something that was confusing.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
—¿Puedes repetir? —Sí, ahora ____.
We need the first-person present tense.
Which is correct?
How to say 'I understand you'?
The direct object pronoun 'te' must precede the verb.
Match the synonym.
Entiendo = ?
Comprendo is the closest synonym.
Complete the dialogue.
Boss: 'This is the new protocol.' You: '____.'
This confirms you received the information.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises—¿Puedes repetir? —Sí, ahora ____.
We need the first-person present tense.
How to say 'I understand you'?
The direct object pronoun 'te' must precede the verb.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Comprendo is the closest synonym.
Boss: 'This is the new protocol.' You: '____.'
This confirms you received the information.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsIt is neutral. It works everywhere.
Yes, it shows you are attentive.
Yes, but 'Comprendo' is slightly more formal.
Because they look similar, but one is a verb and one is a participle.
No, use 'conocer' for people.
Yes, it is universal.
Just add 'No' before it: 'No entiendo'.
No, say 'No entiendo' to get help.
Related Phrases
Ya entiendo
builds onI get it now
No entiendo
contrastI don't understand
Comprendo
synonymI understand
