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i understood vs I had understand

The correct phrase is "I understood." The phrase "I had understand" is incorrect in English. The correct form uses the past simple tense "understood" instead of the past perfect tense.

Last updated: March 27, 2024 • 3626 views

i understood

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that you comprehended something in the past.

Examples:

  • I understood the instructions clearly.
  • She nodded to show she understood.

Alternatives:

  • I got it
  • I grasped the concept

I had understand

This phrase is incorrect in English.

  • I had to understand those who came before me.
  • When you didn't want the surgery, I felt like I had to understand why.
  • First you said I had to understand, now I don't.
  • I had to understand the core of you, what makes you tick.
  • I had to immediately understand that such a foster care was impossible.
  • In order to make sense out of sensation, of course, I had to understand something about this remarkable faith of Vodoun. And Voodoo is not a black magic cult.
  • You do understand I had no choice.
  • You understand I had to ask.
  • I hoped Karma would understand I had no choice but to give that shiv.
  • I had to make Michel understand that the love was not the same.
  • I understand we had some success.
  • But you got to understand I had a lot going on.
  • I think it's important you understand I had no idea how old that patient was.
  • I understand you had an interesting trip to Green Falls.
  • I understand you had a history with Kelly.
  • I understand we had a complication with the catheter.
  • I understand you had your confetti cannons taken away.
  • I understand you had a very trying afternoon.
  • I understand she had a run-in with the law recently.
  • I understand we had a rough morning.

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