This is the 3877th most frequent Dutch word.
verstaat
"Verstaat" means "understands" in English.
Here, 'verstaat' means 'understands' in the sense of comprehending a language.
Hij verstaat de Franse taal goed.
He understands the French language well.
In this sentence, 'verstaat' is used to mean 'understands' as in grasping the meaning of a statement.
Verstaat iedereen wat ik bedoel?
Does everyone understand what I mean?
Here, 'verstaat' is used metaphorically to mean 'masters' or has an exceptional understanding of a skill.