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Understanding and Learning

Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) / Understanding and Learning

Understanding and Learning

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1
understand
un
ders
tand
Verb

to know something's meaning, particularly something that someone says

Can you help me understand this equation?

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2
comprehend
comp
re
hend
Verb

to fully understand something, especially something complicated

It took me a while to comprehend the complex mathematical theorem, but with practice, I finally understood it.

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3
realize
rea
lize
Verb

to have a sudden or complete understanding of a fact or situation

He realized his mistake at once after reviewing the report.

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4
learn
learn
Verb

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

He learned valuable negotiation skills by watching experienced negotiators in action

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5
study
stu
dy
Noun

a deliberate and focused effort to gain knowledge or understanding about a specific topic

The study of literature allows students to explore different cultures and historical periods through written works.

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6
get
get
Verb

to receive or come to have something

He got an unexpected bonus at work.

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notice
not
ice
Verb

to pay attention and become aware of a particular thing or person

I couldn't help but notice the beautiful sunset as I walked along the beach.

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8
see
see
Verb

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

Did you see that shooting star just now?

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9
know
know
Verb

to have some information about something

Do you know where the nearest gas station is?

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10
discover
dis
co
ver
Verb

to be the first person who finds something or someplace that others did not know about

By the time we got there, they had already discovered the ancient ruins.

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11
follow
fo
llow
Verb

to move or travel behind someone or something

The team followed their leader up the mountain.

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12
figure out
figure out
Verb

to find the answer to a question or problem

After hours of studying, she finally managed to figure out the complex math problem.

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