a better understanding

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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
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a. un mejor entendimiento
Scientists do research to achieve a better understanding of cancer.Los científicos hacen investigaciones para lograr un mejor entendimiento del cáncer.
b. una mejor comprensión
After living in 15 different countries, I have a better understanding of cultural differences.Después de vivir en 15 países diferentes, tengo una mejor comprensión de diferencias culturales.
c. un mejor conocimiento
When Carlos learned that his grandfather was Cuban, he booked a flight to Havana in search of a better understanding of his heritage.Cuando Carlos aprendió que su abuelo era cubano, reservó un vuelo a La Habana en busca de un mejor conocimiento de su herencia.
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This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct translation
Have you read "Evicted?" - Yes, and now I have a better understanding of poverty in America.¿Has leído "Evicted"? - Sí, y ahora comprendo mejor la pobreza en los Estados Unidos.
Our son has a better understanding of technology than we do.Nuestro hijo entiende la tecnología mejor que nosotros.
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