Russian · Greetings & Phrases

Я не понимаю

ya ne ponimayu

I do not understand

Beginnerphrase

Definition

Used when you cannot understand what someone said.

Example

Я не понимаю, повторите, пожалуйста.

I do not understand, please repeat.

Etymology

Я не понимаю (ya ne ponimayu) translates to 'I do not understand' and reflects a straightforward expression of confusion or lack of comprehension.

How & Where It’s Used

This phrase is commonly used in both informal situations and formal interactions, either spoken or written.

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