to understand vs to understand in Korean

이해하다vs납득하다

to understand

이해하다to understand

To understand means to know the meaning of something or to know what someone is saying or feeling. In Korean, 이해하다 is used when you understand words, ideas, rules, or emotions. You can use it in many everyday situations, like school, conversations, shopping, or travel.

When to use to understand
to understand

납득하다to understand

납득하다 means to understand something and feel that it makes sense. You use it when you hear a reason or explanation and accept it. It is common for rules, decisions, prices, and other situations where you say, “Okay, I understand now.”

When to use to understand

How they differ

이해하다 means you understand the meaning or idea. 납득하다 adds the feeling that it makes sense and you accept it.