Phrases Expressions of Sympathy and Support

It's understandable that you feel this way.

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Meaning

Validating someone's feelings.

Examples

  • John: 'I'm feeling really angry about the situation.'
  • Alice: '<b>It's understandable that you feel this way</b>, John. That's a perfectly valid reaction.'
  • John: '<b>It's understandable that you feel this way</b>, Alice. It's a disappointing result.'
  • Alice: 'I'm feeling very upset about the outcome.'