be understood
[/bi ʌndərˈstʊd/]
verb phrase
ser compreendido; ser entendido
1. to be grasped intellectually or emotionally by someone; to have one's meaning or intention recognized
I hope my point of view will be understood by the committee.
Espero que meu ponto de vista seja compreendido pela comissão.
2. to be accepted as fact or as an agreed-upon condition, often without explicit statement
It should be understood that all team members must arrive on time.
Deve-se entender que todos os membros da equipe devem chegar no horário.
3. to be interpreted in a particular way
The contract terms should be understood clearly before signing.
Os termos do contrato devem ser entendidos claramente antes de assinar.
In Brazilian business culture, clarity of communication is highly valued. The phrase 'ser entendido' is commonly used in professional settings to ensure mutual agreement. Americans often use similar constructions to establish implicit agreements without necessarily stating them explicitly, reflecting a communication style that values both directness and the ability to 'read between the lines.'
NYC Slang
get the message; be on the same page
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