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comprehension

Pronunciation: [ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnʃən]

Word

Learn how to use comprehension in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “education”

(noun) the ability to understand something. When we read a story or listen to someone, comprehension is how well we can grasp the meaning of what we're experiencing.

Example

She showed great comprehension of the story during the class discussion.

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His comprehension of the math problems wasn’t very strong, so he struggled to keep up.

Example

Do you think you have a good comprehension of the instructions?

Context: “language”

(noun) the knowledge about a subject that helps you understand related information. It’s like knowing a little about animals, which helps you understand how they live and act.

Example

His comprehension of different cultures makes him a great travel guide.

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Without any comprehension of the topic, it was hard for her to follow the discussion.

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What level of comprehension do you have about the new vocabulary?

How to pronounce comprehension

Pronunciation: [ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnʃən]

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