This is the 777th most frequent Japanese word.
分かる
To understand; to know; to realize.
In this context, '分かる' means 'to understand' and is used to inquire if the listener comprehends the speaker's communication.
私の言っていることが分かりますか?
Do you understand what I am saying?
In this sentence, '分かる' is used to express comprehension or empathy, indicating an understanding of someone's emotions.
彼の気持ちが分からない。
I don't understand his feelings.
Here, '分かる' conveys the meaning of 'to figure out' or 'to determine', showing the ability to identify information.