How to Say ‘I understood’ in German
Ich habe verstanden
ikh hah-buh ver-SHTAHN-din
[ikh hah-buh ver-SHTAHN-din]
💬 Usage Tip: Assures the listener of comprehension, often used after receiving information.
🇩🇪 In Germany: Being clear about understanding or misunderstandings is vital to resolving issues.
Phrase Breakdown
Ich habe
ikh hah-buh
Words in this phrase
Ich
[ikh]
I
Refers to oneself.
Ich habe das verstanden.
I understood that.
habe
[hah-buh]
have
Used to express possession or completion of an action.
Ich habe genug.
I have enough.
verstanden
[ver-SHTAHN-din]
understood
Indicates comprehension or realization.
Ich habe deine Frage verstanden.
I understood your question.
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