What kind of speech is understanding?

"Understanding" is not a type of speech. It's a cognitive process, not a linguistic one.

Here's a breakdown:

* Speech: The act of producing spoken language, using sounds, words, and grammar.

* Understanding: The ability to comprehend information, meaning, and context. It involves processing information, making connections, and drawing inferences.

While understanding is essential for effective communication, it's not a type of speech itself. It's the process that allows us to interpret and make sense of the speech we hear or read.