How do you say "I understand" in German?

"I understand" in German is "Ich verstehe". This phrase is commonly used in Germany.

What does "Ich verstehe" mean in English?

"Ich verstehe" means "I understand" in English.

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How to Say ‘I understand’ in German

Ich verstehe

ikh fair-SHTAY-uh

[ikh fair-SHTAY-uh]

Phrase Breakdown

Ich

[ikh]

First-person singular pronoun used for the speaker.

Example

Ich verstehe Ihre Erklärung.

I understand your explanation.

verstehe

[fair-SHTAY-uh]

understand

Verb meaning to comprehend what someone says or means.

Example

Ich verstehe, warum wir nicht durch die Hauptstraße fahren.

I understand why we're not driving through the main street.

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