Japanese

りかい
Meaning: understanding; comprehension
Part of Speech: Noun

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理
解

Example sentences

It is important to deepen mutual understanding.
勉強すればするほど理解が深まる
The more you study, the deeper your understanding becomes.
会話の流れを理解することが重要だ。
It is important to understand the flow of the conversation.
基本的な文法を理解することは、外国語学習において非常に重要だ。
Understanding basic grammar is extremely important in foreign language learning.
日本語の文法は、ある程度理解できるようになりました。
I have become able to understand Japanese grammar to some extent.
彼は日本文化への理解を深めた
He deepened his understanding of Japanese culture.
その説明は意味不明で、誰も理解できなかった。
That explanation was nonsensical, and no one could understand it.
消費者心理を理解するのは難しい。
It is difficult to understand consumer psychology.
常人には理解し難い行動だ。
It is an action that is hard for an ordinary person to understand.
彼の言葉の微妙なニュアンスを理解するのは難しい。
It is difficult to understand the subtle nuances of his words.

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of grasping meanings or sympathizing with others' positions.

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