entienden
“entienden” means “they understand” in Spanish (Comprehension by a group of people or things.).
they understand, you (all) understand
Also: they grasp
📝 In Action
¿Entienden la lección? Es muy importante.
A1Do they/you all understand the lesson? It's very important.
Mis padres no entienden mi trabajo en internet.
A2My parents don't understand my job on the internet.
Ellos entienden que la situación es complicada.
B1They grasp that the situation is complicated.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: entienden
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Which sentence correctly uses 'entienden' to check if a group of students grasped the material?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin verb *intendere*, meaning 'to stretch out' or 'to direct one's attention to.' This evolved to mean 'to grasp mentally' or 'to comprehend.'
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'entienden' the only way to say 'they understand'?
No, you can also use 'comprenden' (from *comprender*). Both are interchangeable most of the time, but *entender* is generally more common in everyday speech across many regions.
If I am talking to my boss and her colleague, should I use 'entienden' or 'entendéis'?
Use 'entienden'. 'Entienden' is the formal 'you all' (ustedes) form used everywhere, and the standard 'they' form. 'Entendéis' is the informal 'y'all' form used almost exclusively in Spain.