This is the 2878th most frequent Portuguese word.
entenda
"Entenda" means "understand" (imperative form).
The word 'entenda' is used as an imperative form of the verb 'entender' (to understand), addressing the listener directly.
Entenda, eu preciso do seu apoio nesta decisão.
Understand, I need your support in this decision.
Here 'entenda' is part of a subjunctive structure, indicating a wish or request for the listener to understand.
Ele quer que você entenda os conceitos antes de avançar.
He wants you to understand the concepts before proceeding.
'Entenda' is used in the present subjunctive form, expressing a hypothetical or desired understanding in context.