 Re: I hear that...
Both are possible. Grammar expresses meaning, and the speaker has the choice of which meaning s/he wants to express. So it depends whether you want to emphasise general understanding or specific past understanding.
A : (stream of words) Oh, I'm sorry. Am I speaking too fast? Do you want me to repeat that?
B: No, no. I understand you fine. Go on.
but emphasising past understanding would also be possible.
A : (stream of words) Oh, I'm sorry. Am I speaking too fast? Do you want me to repeat that?
B: No it's fine. I understood everything you said. Go on. |