compreender situação
to understand situation
直訳: to understand situation
Use this phrase to signal you've moved past confusion and truly grasp the current circumstances.
15秒でわかる
- Used to show you grasp the full context of a moment.
- More polished and empathetic than the basic word for 'understand'.
- Works in both professional meetings and heart-to-heart talks.
意味
It means you are grasping the context of what is happening around you. It is that 'aha!' moment when you finally get the full picture of a situation.
主な例文
3 / 6Comforting a friend
Eu compreendo a sua situação e estou aqui para ajudar.
I understand your situation and I am here to help.
In a business meeting
Precisamos compreender a situação do mercado antes de investir.
We need to understand the market situation before investing.
Texting a colleague about a delay
Tudo bem, eu compreendo a situação. Me avise quando chegar.
It's fine, I understand the situation. Let me know when you arrive.
文化的背景
In Lusophone cultures, 'reading the room' is a vital social skill known as having 'jogo de cintura'. While the phrase itself is literal, using it correctly shows you are attuned to the indirect communication styles common in Brazil and Portugal. It gained steady use in professional and diplomatic circles to signal mutual agreement.
The 'Entender' vs 'Compreender' Secret
While they are synonyms, 'compreender' sounds more empathetic. Use it when you want to show you really care about the person's feelings.
Don't Forget the Article
Always say 'compreender A situação'. Skipping the 'a' makes the sentence feel incomplete and robotic to native ears.
15秒でわかる
- Used to show you grasp the full context of a moment.
- More polished and empathetic than the basic word for 'understand'.
- Works in both professional meetings and heart-to-heart talks.
What It Means
Compreender situação is all about reading the room. It is more than just hearing words. It is about grasping the context and the 'why' behind things. Think of it as connecting the dots. You use this when you finally see the whole puzzle. It is a very clear and logical expression.
How To Use It
You can use it as a simple verb-noun combo. Usually, you will add an article like a or esta. For example, Eu compreendo a situação. It works perfectly in both speech and writing. It sounds slightly more polished than the word entender. Use it when you want to show you are paying attention. It is great for showing empathy or professional awareness.
When To Use It
Use it when a friend explains their messy breakup. Use it in a meeting when a project goes wrong. It is perfect for those 'I get it' moments. Use it when you are navigating a new city. It works well when you need to show you are not confused. It is a bridge between just listening and truly knowing.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for simple facts like 2+2=4. That is just math, not a 'situação'. Avoid it if you are just talking about a single word. It is too heavy for small, trivial things. If you just heard a noise, do not use it. It requires a set of circumstances to exist. Don't use it if you are being extremely casual with best friends; it might sound a bit stiff.
Cultural Background
Portuguese speakers value 'percepção' or perception. Being able to compreender situação shows you have social intelligence. In Brazil and Portugal, social cues are everything. People often communicate through subtext and body language. Saying you understand the situation shows you are 'in' on the secret. It is a sign of respect and maturity in conversation.
Common Variations
You will often hear entender a situação in casual talk. Perceber a situação is very common in Portugal. Some people might say sacar a situação as slang. If you want to be fancy, try analisar a situação. But compreender remains the gold standard for clarity. It sounds intelligent without being arrogant.
使い方のコツ
This is a 'safe' phrase that works everywhere. It sits right in the middle of the formality scale, making it perfect for learners who don't want to sound too slangy or too stiff.
The 'Entender' vs 'Compreender' Secret
While they are synonyms, 'compreender' sounds more empathetic. Use it when you want to show you really care about the person's feelings.
Don't Forget the Article
Always say 'compreender A situação'. Skipping the 'a' makes the sentence feel incomplete and robotic to native ears.
The Silent Nod
In Brazil, saying 'Eu compreendo' is often accompanied by a slow nod. This non-verbal cue reinforces that you are truly following the logic.
例文
6Eu compreendo a sua situação e estou aqui para ajudar.
I understand your situation and I am here to help.
Shows deep empathy and support.
Precisamos compreender a situação do mercado antes de investir.
We need to understand the market situation before investing.
Used here for professional analysis.
Tudo bem, eu compreendo a situação. Me avise quando chegar.
It's fine, I understand the situation. Let me know when you arrive.
A polite way to accept an excuse.
Depois de ver o bolo no chão, eu finalmente compreendi a situação!
After seeing the cake on the floor, I finally understood the situation!
Used to realize why everyone was looking sad.
Obrigado por compreender a minha situação este mês.
Thank you for understanding my situation this month.
Formal and appreciative tone.
É difícil compreender a situação sem todos os fatos.
It is hard to understand the situation without all the facts.
A neutral, logical observation.
自分をテスト
Choose the correct article to complete the phrase.
Eu preciso compreender ___ situação política.
In Portuguese, 'situação' is a feminine noun, so it requires the feminine article 'a'.
Select the most appropriate verb for a professional context.
Nós vamos ___ a situação com calma.
'Compreender' means to understand/grasp, which fits the context of analyzing a situation.
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Formality Levels of 'Understanding'
Very casual, used with close friends.
Sacar a parada
Standard daily conversation.
Entender a coisa
Safe for all contexts.
Compreender a situação
Academic or legal use.
Apreender a conjuntura
Where to use 'Compreender Situação'
Office Conflict
Resolving a team dispute
Family Talk
Listening to a sibling's problem
Customer Service
Explaining a refund issue
News/Politics
Discussing current events
よくある質問
10 問Mostly, yes! However, compreender is slightly more formal and implies a deeper intellectual or emotional grasp than entender.
Absolutely. It is common to text Eu compreendo perfeitamente (I understand perfectly) to show agreement or sympathy.
You almost always need the article a in the middle, like compreender a situação. Without it, the phrase sounds like a dictionary entry.
Not at all. It sounds polite and attentive. If you want to be even more casual, you can switch to entender a situação.
Just add 'não' before the verb: Eu não compreendo a situação. It is a very clear way to ask for more information.
Yes, but in Portugal, you might hear perceber a situação more frequently in casual conversation. Compreender remains universal.
No, it is for abstract circumstances. If you are lost, you would say não conheço o lugar, not não compreendo a situação.
You would say Eu compreendi a situação. It means you finally got it after some explanation.
It is a great phrase for interviews! Saying Eu compreendo a situação da empresa shows you have done your research.
Yes, all words ending in '-ção' in Portuguese are feminine. Always use a or uma with them.
関連フレーズ
entender o recado
to get the hint
ficar por dentro
to be in the loop
perceber a jogada
to see what's going on (often regarding a trick)
estar ciente
to be aware
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