VERB · SPANISH VOCABULARY
entender (ie)
to understand
First introduced in Chapter 4 — chapter overview.
How to use this word
Verb
Use entender (ie) where English would use the same idea, but remember: Spanish shows person and tense on the verb. You may see entender (ie) after conjugated verbs (for example with gustar-type patterns) or with structures like ir a + infinitive and tener que + infinitive.
Example sentences
Me gusta entender (ie) en la clase de español.In our conversation circle I really like trying to understand even when I still make small mistakes.
Oigo a otros estudiantes entender (ie) en el pasillo.After lunch I keep hearing roommates who understand loudly while they walk toward the lecture hall.
FAQ
What does entender (ie) mean in Spanish?
to understand (introduced in Chapter 4 in Chapurra).
How do you use entender (ie) in a sentence?
See the example cards above, then practice the chapter in Chapurra. Your textbook may add dialect notes your instructor prefers.
What chapter is entender (ie) in?
Chapurra introduces it in Chapter 4. Open the chapter overview for the full lesson path.