领会 lǐnghuì to understand
to understand; to comprehend; to grasp
How to remember 领会: 领 neck + 会 can = to understand.
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How it is used
- To grasp / take in the meaning or intent - 领会精神 (lǐnghuì jīngshén) to grasp the essence/spirit (of a directive).
- About comprehending an idea, mood, or intention, often something implied rather than stated.
- Contrast 理解 (lǐjiě, to understand logically) - 领会 stresses catching the deeper meaning or spirit.
Example sentences
- 我没有领会这个意义。 Wǒ méiyǒu lǐnghuì zhège yìyì.I don't understand its significance.