What is the Portuguese word for "understanding"?

Learn how to say "understanding" in Portuguese with examples and practice

English

understanding

Portuguese

compreensivo

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Examples of how to use "understanding" in Portuguese

English
Be understanding of her situation.
Portuguese
Seja compreensivo com a situação dela.
English
The teacher was understanding with the students.
Portuguese
O professor foi compreensivo com os alunos.
English
She tries to be understanding when listening to problems.
Portuguese
Ela tenta ser compreensivo quando escuta problemas.
English
My boss is understanding about occasional delays.
Portuguese
Meu chefe é compreensivo sobre atrasos ocasionais.
English
He showed himself to be understanding in the face of the difficult situation.
Portuguese
Ele mostrou-se compreensivo diante da situação difícil.
English
The family was understanding and offered support.
Portuguese
A família foi compreensivo e ofereceu apoio.

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