entiendes
“entiendes” means “you understand” in Spanish (Speaking to one person you know well (the 'tú' form).).
you understand
Also: do you understand?
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¿Entiendes la pregunta?
A1Do you understand the question?
Si no entiendes, levanta la mano.
A1If you don't understand, raise your hand.
Me gusta que entiendes mis chistes.
A2I like that you understand my jokes.
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Your Spanish-speaking friend is explaining a new game. To check if you're following, what will they most likely ask you?
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Comes from the Latin word 'intendere', which meant 'to stretch out' or 'to direct one's mind toward'. You can see how aiming your mind at something led to the modern meaning of understanding it.
First recorded: Around the 12th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'entiendes' and 'comprendes'?
They are very similar and you can often use them interchangeably! `Entiendes` is more common for everyday understanding, like 'Do you get it?'. `Comprendes` can sometimes suggest a deeper, more complete understanding of a topic, but in most conversations, either one works.
How do I say 'you understand' to someone older or in a professional setting?
For someone you want to show more respect to, you use the 'usted' form, which is `entiende`. You would ask, '¿Entiende usted?' or just '¿Entiende?'.