Make yourself understood

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To express oneself in a way that others can understand.

When you are in a foreign country, it is important to make yourself understood.
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Often appears as...

  • make yourself understood clearly
  • make yourself understood verbally
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Body Language

Use gestures and expressions to aid understanding when words fail.

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He used hand signals to make himself understood to the local shopkeeper.
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Clarity Over Complexity

Choose simple vocabulary over complex to ensure clarity.

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She spoke slowly, choosing her words carefully to make herself understood.
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Repeat Key Points

Repeating important words can emphasize your message and aid comprehension.

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To make himself understood, he repeated the meeting time thrice.
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