理解
りかい
rikai
adjectiveVocabularyLevel 39 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

理解 (りかい (rikai)) means "appreciation". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

appreciation

Also : understanding · comprehension

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 理解 (りかい) means 'understanding'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of understanding.

Example Sentences

彼の話を理解するのが難しかった。

かれのはなしをりかいするのがむずかしかった。

It was difficult to understand his story.

お互いの立場を理解することが大切だ。

おたがいのたちばをりかいすることがたいせつだ。

It is important to understand each other's position.

Kanji in this word

理
Logic
Kunことわり
Onり
JLPT N4
解
Key
Kunと.く、と.かす、と.ける
Onかい、げ
JLPT N3

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