なるほど

naruhodo
Common N4 expression

Translations

1. I see
2. indeed

Notes

The expression 'なるほど' is often used to show understanding or agreement with what someone has said. It is a versatile term that can be used in both casual and formal settings, depending on the context.

Examples

なるほど、そういうことですか。

Naruhodo, sou iu koto desu ka.

I see, that's how it is.

かれの説明説明せつめいを聞いて、なるほどと思おもった。

Kare no setsumei o kiite, naruhodo to omotta.

After listening to his explanation, I thought, 'I see.'

なるほど、彼かれはそういう人ひとなんですね。

Naruhodo, kare wa sou iu hito nan desu ne.

I see, so that's the kind of person he is.