How to Pronounce "understanding"
word
/ˌəndɝˈstændɪŋ/
uhn-dur-STAN-ding
/ˌʌndəstˈændɪŋ/
uhn-duh-STAN-ding
Definition
The ability to know how something works or what something means. It can also mean sympathy for someone's feelings, or an agreement that does not need to be stated directly.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌəndɝˈstændɪŋ/
British English
/ˌʌndəstˈændɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhn-dur-STAN-ding
UK
uhn-duh-STAN-ding
Listen in Context
I have a good understanding of this lesson now.
Thank you for your understanding during this hard time.
We have an understanding that the kitchen stays clean.
She was upset, but I hope she'll be understanding once I explain everything.