understanding

adjective
She's very understanding.Elle est très compréhensive.
Fortunately, he had an understanding employer.Heureusement, son employeur était compréhensif.
noun
The job requires an understanding of Spanish.Le poste exige une bonne compréhension de l'espagnol.
a. arrangement (m)
There was an understanding between us.Nous avions un arrangement.
She showed great love and understanding.Elle fit preuve de beaucoup d'amour et de compréhension.
a. entente (f)
There was complete understanding between us.Il y avait une entente totale entre nous.
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