understanding
понимающий
showing empathy
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understanding with Russian translation
understanding usage examples
Будьте понимающими с новичками: обучение требует времени
Be understanding with new learners; learning takes time.
Мой отец понимающий человек; он всегда выслушивает мои проблемы.
My father is an understanding person; he always listens to my problems.
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Focuses on accepting differences in opinion or behaviour rather than conveying emotional insight or sympathy.
He is tolerant of different religious practices in the community.
Emphasises concern for suffering and a desire to help; more active caring than simply understanding.
A compassionate nurse comforted the patient and explained the treatment.
Highlights thoughtfulness and regard for others' comfort or needs; less about emotional insight and more about behavior.
Be considerate and turn your phone off during the meeting.
Focuses on offering help, encouragement or practical support rather than solely understanding feelings.
Her family has been very supportive during her recovery.
Denotes general warmth and goodwill; broader in scope and not necessarily focused on insight into someone's situation.
She was kind and offered to drive me home.
Emphasises tolerance for delays, mistakes or difficulties without becoming upset; distinct from emotional understanding though often complementary.
Please be patient with newcomers learning the system.
Can mean perceptive about others' feelings or easily hurt; context determines whether it aligns with 'understanding' or denotes vulnerability.
She's sensitive to criticism and handles feedback carefully.
Suggests a kindly, affectionate nature and genuine warmth; more about friendliness and warmth than analytical understanding.
He's warm-hearted and always makes newcomers feel welcome.
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В чем разница в английском между good, nice, kind и excellent
Разница между good, nice, kind и excellent: что выбрать для качества, приятного впечатления, доброты и высокой оценки.
В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
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understanding meaning: what does it mean?
showing empathy
understanding pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
understanding is pronounced as /ˌʌndəˈstændɪŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
understanding definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Be understanding with new learners; learning takes time. Translation: Будьте понимающими с новичками: обучение требует времени
Is understanding part of Personality Traits vocabulary?
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