A grasp of Meaning in English
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡɹæsp/ /ˈəv
uh GRASP-uhv
æɪ/ /ɡɹˈɑːsp/ /ˈɒv
uh GRAHSP-ov
Definition
The ability to understand or know something well. Usually refers to knowledge or skill in a particular subject.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal or academic contexts. Most often used with 'have', 'develop', 'gain', or 'lack' (e.g., 'have a good grasp of math'). Refers to both understanding and practical skill. Avoid confusing with physical 'grasp' (to hold).
Spanish: una comprensión de - un dominio dePortuguese (BR): um entendimento de - domínio dePortuguese (PT): uma compreensão de - domínio deChinese (Simplified): 对...的掌握 - 对...的理解Chinese (Traditional): 對...的掌握 - 對...的理解Hindi: की समझArabic: إلمام بـ - فهم لـBengali: ...এর ধারণা - ...এর বোঝাপড়াRussian: знание - пониманиеJapanese: ～の理解 - ～の習得Vietnamese: sự hiểu biết về - sự nắm bắt vềKorean: ~에 대한 이해Turkish: anlama - hakimiyetUrdu: کی سمجھ بوجھIndonesian: pemahaman tentang
Example Sentences
She has a grasp of basic math.
basic
It's important to have a grasp of the rules.
basic
He quickly developed a grasp of the new software.
basic
She doesn’t have a grasp of what’s really going on.
natural
After a few weeks, I finally got a grasp of the schedule.
natural
If you don’t have a grasp of the basics, you’ll get lost.
natural