Thread: I am given to understand (Sheldon)

In 'The Big Bang Theory' Sheldon very often uses this phrase: I am given to understand that....

Can some one explain to me the meaning of it?

Мне дают понять, что...
Я так думаю.

The following mean roughly the same thing:

It's been made clear to me...
The facts that I have taken part of, indicate that.....
People have said to me..



It's an unusual and a bit old-fashioned expression. Personally I don't think I have ever said or written that.
It would be interesting to hear if anyone else uses this expression!

Good question though!

I have never used it.