There is not enough understanding between our two countries. Comprehension refers to the ability to understand the meaning of something, especially something that is spoken or written: ‘I’d like to develop my vocabulary and improve my listening comprehension.’ When you mean ‘an attitude of sympathy’, use understanding : ‘When it comes to the employees’ personal problems, the management shows a complete lack of understanding.’ comprehensive The teachers are very kind and comprehensive.
The teachers are very kind and understanding. comprehensive = including everything or almost everything: ‘The witness provided a comprehensive account of the accident.’ understanding = feeling sympathy for someone: ‘As people grow older, they tend to be a bit more understanding and easier to live with.’ comprise The former Soviet Union comprised of fifteen union republics.
The former Soviet Union comprised fifteen union republics. See Language Note at INCLUDE concentrate 1
I am concentrated on both speaking and writing.
I am concentrating on both speaking and writing. A
bus driver has to be concentrated and should not speak to the passengers.
A bus driver has to concentrate and should not speak to the passengers. concentrate ( on sth ) NOT be concentrated : ‘How can children concentrate on their homework when they have one eye on the television?’ Compare: ‘The juice is then concentrated by a process of evaporation.’ 2
The teaching tends to concentrate in grammar.
