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How do you use understood in a dialogue?

Here are some ways to use "understood" in dialogue, with examples:

Confirmation:

* "So, you're saying we need to be at the meeting by 8:00 sharp?" "Understood. I'll be there."

* "I'll make sure to bring the presentation materials." "Good, understood."

Agreement:

* "I think we should focus on marketing this product to younger audiences." "Understood. We can create a social media campaign."

* "Let's meet for lunch next week to discuss the project." "Understood, I'm free on Wednesday."

Acknowledging Instructions:

* "Please make sure to submit your report by Friday." "Understood."

* "I need you to check the inventory levels before we close." "Understood. I'll do it right away."

Expressing Understanding:

* "I'm not sure I understand what you mean." "Okay, I'll explain it again. Understood now?"

* "I'm not sure what the problem is." "Understood, let's look at the details together."

Formal Dialogue:

* "Your request has been received and understood. We will respond within 24 hours."

* "The terms and conditions have been presented and understood. Please sign here."

Informal Dialogue:

* "So, you're coming to the party, right?" "Yeah, understood."

* "I'm really sorry I forgot about your birthday." "It's okay, I understand."

Remember that the tone of your dialogue will affect how you use "understood." It can be formal, informal, direct, or indirect.

Here are some tips for using "understood" effectively in dialogue:

* Use it sparingly. Overusing "understood" can sound repetitive or unnatural.

* Consider the context. Make sure the meaning of "understood" is clear in the conversation.

* Use it with other phrases. You can combine "understood" with other phrases to create more nuanced meaning, like "Understood, I'll do that," or "Understood, but..."

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