Underget vs. Understand

Underget vs. Understand — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Underget and Understand

Undergetverb

To get less than expected or due.

Understandverb

(transitive) To be aware of the meaning of.

I understand German.I received your note, but I did not understand it.

Understandverb

To believe, based on information.

I understand that you have information for me.

Understandverb

To impute meaning, character etc. that is not explicitly stated.

But we cannot disappoint Grandma and Grandpa Smith, and that is what family is all about! Do you understand?!In this sense, the word is usually used in the past participle:

Understandverb

To stand under; to support.

Understandverb

One who supports others in such performances as the human pyramid.

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Understandverb

know and comprehend the nature or meaning of;

She did not understand her husbandI understand what she means

Understandverb

perceive (an idea or situation) mentally;

Now I see!I just can't see your pointDoes she realize how important this decision is?I don't understand the idea

Understandverb

make sense of a language;

She understands FrenchCan you read Greek?

Understandverb

believe to be the case;

I understand you have no previous experience?

Understandverb

be understanding of;

You don't need to explain--I understand!