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납득하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '납득하다' means to understand and accept something logically or emotionally, often implying that one has been convinced by reasoning or explanation. It is commonly used when someone comes to accept a fact, explanation, or situation after some consideration.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as discussions, explanations, or apologies. For example, when someone explains their actions or reasons, the listener might say they '납득하다' to indicate they have been persuaded or convinced.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '납득이 가다': to be convincing or reasonable
  • '납득할 수 없다': cannot accept or be convinced
  • '납득시키다': to convince someone

These patterns help express degrees of acceptance or persuasion.

Nuances and Tips

'납득하다' often implies a thoughtful acceptance rather than blind agreement. It is different from simply '알다' (to know) or '믿다' (to believe), as it stresses the process of reasoning and coming to terms with something.

A common learner mistake is confusing '납득하다' with '수긍하다' which is similar but slightly more formal and less common in everyday speech. Use '납득하다' when you want to emphasize understanding and acceptance after explanation.

Example Sentences

그의 설명을 듣고 나서야 나는 그 이유를 납득할 수 있었다.

Geuui seolmyeongeul deutgo naseoya naneun geu iyureul napdeukhalsu isseotda.

Only after listening to his explanation could I understand and accept the reason.

그는 자신의 잘못을 납득하고 사과했다.

Geuneun jasinui jalmos-eul napdeukhago sagwahatda.

He accepted his mistake and apologized.

이해는 하지만 완전히 납득하지는 못했다.

Ihaeneun hajiman wanjeonhi napdeukhajineun mothaetda.

I understand, but I couldn't fully accept it.