nach|vollziehen
Translation
to understand, to comprehend, to follow (an argument), to empathise with
Examples
Ich kann deine Entscheidung nachvollziehen.
I can understand your decision.
Seine Logik ist schwer nachzuvollziehen.
His logic is hard to follow.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to understand sth. I can easily follow your arguments.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verstehen, begreifen; Related concept: nachempfinden (to empathize)
Etymology
From nach- (after) + voll (full) + ziehen (to pull). Literally 'to pull after fully', meaning to trace someone's line of thought.
Memory Tips
Imagine you 'pull' (ziehen) someone's argument 'after' (nach) them until you 'fully' (voll) get it.