I'm trying to understand

Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

Replaces "trying to understand" with a more formal synonym "comprehend".

Uses "grasp" which suggests an effort to seize or understand something.

Replaces "trying" with "endeavoring", suggesting a determined attempt, and "understand" with the more casual "figure out".

Implies the thing you're trying to understand is hard to read/interpret.

Emphasizes the ongoing nature of the understanding.

Uses the idiom "get a handle on" suggesting an effort to gain control or understanding of a situation.

Highlights the conscious effort being made.

Focuses on the desired outcome of achieving clarity.

Uses the more casual "digging into" to suggest in-depth exploration.

A broad term indicating an investigation or examination.