English · Common Verbs
figure something out
/ˈfɪɡjər ˈsʌmθɪŋ aʊt/
[/ˈfɪɡjər ˈsʌmθɪŋ aʊt/]
understand or solve
Intermediateverb
Definition
To understand or solve something after thinking about it.
Example
I finally figured out how to fix it.
I finally figured out how to fix it.
Etymology
From 'figure', to calculate, plus 'out', resolving something.
How & Where It’s Used
Common for solving problems.