noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
understanding; comprehension; appreciation
Grasping the meaning, logic, or significance of something. Used for factual understanding as well as deeper appreciation of art, feelings, or situations.
彼の説明で問題を理解できた。
I was able to understand the problem thanks to his explanation.
現代アートを理解するのは難しい。
It's difficult to appreciate modern art.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
sympathy; empathetic understanding
Understanding someone's feelings or situation with empathy. Often used in phrases like 理解を示す (show understanding) or 理解がある (be sympathetic).
彼は私の気持ちを理解してくれた。
He understood my feelings.
上司は部下の事情に理解がある。
The boss is sympathetic to his subordinates' circumstances.