Understanding is a valued trait in any epistemic practice, scientific or not. Yet, when it comes to characterizing its nature, the notion has not received the philosophical attention it deserves. We have set ourselves three tasks in this paper. First, we defend the importance of this endeavor. Second, we consider and criticize a number of proposals to this effect. Third, we defend an alternative account, focusing on abilities as the proper mark of understanding.

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理解的标记：捍卫能力帐户

理解是任何认知实践（无论科学与否）中的重要特征。但是，在描述其性质时，该概念并没有得到应有的哲学关注。我们在本文中为自己设定了三个任务。首先，我们捍卫这一努力的重要性。第二，我们考虑并批评了许多为此提出的建议。第三，我们捍卫另一种选择，将能力作为理解的适当标志。