comprensión
“comprensión” means “understanding” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
understanding, comprehension
Also: insight
📝 In Action
La comprensión de este libro es difícil para los niños.
A2Understanding this book is difficult for children.
Necesitamos mejorar nuestra comprensión del problema.
B1We need to improve our understanding of the problem.
Hoy tenemos un examen de comprensión auditiva.
B1Today we have a listening comprehension exam.
empathy, understanding
📝 In Action
Agradezco mucho tu comprensión.
B1I really appreciate your understanding (patience/empathy).
Faltó comprensión por parte de los jefes.
B2There was a lack of understanding from the bosses.
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Words that translate to "comprensión" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: comprensión
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is a 'comprensión lectora' test?
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From the Latin word 'comprehensio', which means 'a seizing' or 'a grasping'. It comes from 'prehendere' (to catch/grab), suggesting the mind is 'grabbing' the meaning of something.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'comprensión' and 'entendimiento'?
They are very similar! 'Comprensión' is often used for the process of grasping information or showing empathy, while 'entendimiento' can feel a bit more formal or refer to the faculty of human reason itself.
Does 'comprensión' always need an accent?
Yes, in its singular form it always has an accent on the 'ó'. However, if you make it plural ('comprensiones'), the accent is removed because the stress shifts naturally.