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I completely understand vs I understand completely

Both are correct, commonly used phrases in English. They have the same meaning but differ slightly in emphasis. 'I completely understand' puts more emphasis on the understanding being total, while 'I understand completely' emphasizes the completeness of the understanding.
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I completely understand

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express a full or total understanding of something. It emphasizes the completeness of the understanding.

Examples:

  • I completely understand your point of view.
  • She completely understands the instructions.
  • We completely understand the situation.
  • He completely understands the consequences.
  • They completely understand the risks involved.
  • Sep 13, 2019 ... What is the meaning of the phrase "I completely understand where you are coming from"? Could you point any synonyms? All related (42).
  • Jun 21, 2024 ... I completely understand why Vincent didn't like it tho. IMAGE. Can't wait for President Shit-Fart Man in DS2.
  • Aug 12, 2024 ... 1039 likes, 34 comments - ariannahuff on August 12, 2024: "I completely understand the sense of wonder that has led men and women through ...
  • May 2, 2024 ... The older I get, the more I completely understand Niles' mental breakdown.
  • Mar 18, 2020 ... As a parent, I completely understand how much work it is to stay home with the kids all day. Honestly, being a stay at home mom was the ...
  • Jun 5, 2020 ... Do you have a specific context in mind? Why are you not satisfied with "I completely understand"?
  • Jun 18, 2024 ... 3568 likes, 170 comments - lynsi_snyder on June 18, 2024: "As a mom of children with allergies, I completely understand the seriousness of ...
  • Oct 31, 2017 ... It's no problem at all and I completely understand. And yes I would like to submit my writing into your page. Sign up to discover human stories that deepen ...
  • Jul 30, 2020 ...I completely understand, it's okay.” How Are You Showing Respect Amidst Uncertainty. Drawing by Ann Van Eron. “I completely understand, it's ...
  • Nov 16, 2013 ... poetryondemand said: I completely understand and respect your decision re: leaving YA. At the same time, I can't help thinking that the ...

Alternatives:

  • I fully understand
  • I understand perfectly
  • I understand completely
  • I get it completely
  • I grasp the concept completely

I understand completely

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is also used to express a full or total understanding of something. It emphasizes the completeness of the understanding.

Examples:

  • I understand completely what you're saying.
  • She understands completely the importance of the task.
  • We understand completely the need for change.
  • He understands completely the challenges ahead.
  • They understand completely the risks involved.
  • Jul 1, 2011 ... Paul Gilbert - I Understand Completely. 17K views · 13 years ago ...more. rockmanjapan. 4.27K. Subscribe.
  • Sep 10, 2024 ... After playing it, I understand completely now. In Game Story. I'm a newer player who's been playing for about a week as a solo-slooper. Been ...
  • Apr 29, 2024 ... Kristi, darling, I understand completely. You kill a single measly ill-behaved puppy, and everyone rushes to judgment! God forbid a woman do anything!
  • I understand completely the calls for accountability that grow louder with every passing day. Times, Sunday Times. We're expecting them to believe that we ...
  • May 5, 2011 ... I understand completely. If, however, instead of 'completely' you had used 'occasionally' or 'rarely' then it would be an adverb of frequency, ...
  • Apr 30, 2024 ... Kristi, darling, I understand completely [guest opinion from Cruella DeVil] https://t.co/Gl6AoEPmSC.
  • "I understand completely" is a correct and usable phrase in written English. It can be used when someone is trying to express that they have a full ...
  • 6 days ago ... Meli (@honeyxslim). No I understand completely. That's how I feel lately, & it's hard to tolerate I even feel guilty for not wanting ...

Alternatives:

  • I fully understand
  • I understand perfectly
  • I completely understand
  • I get it completely
  • I grasp the concept completely

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