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把握はあく

haaku

grasp / full understanding

N2

How to remember this word

把握 is getting a full grip on a situation — not just aware, but holding the whole picture. 状況を把握する: to truly have a handle on things.

Example sentences

Example 1

mazu genjou o haaku shimashou.

First, let's get a grasp of the current situation.

Example 2

suuji dake de naku, genba no joukyou mo haaku shite oku hitsuyou ga arimasu.

You need to grasp not only the figures but also the situation on the ground.