For a reason that is easy to understand and relate to; in a way that is understandable.
example
Nach der langen Wanderung war sie verständlicherweise sehr erschöpft.
After the long hike, she was understandably very exhausted.
Usage tips
Word structure
This adverb is derived from the adjective 'verständlich' (understandable) by adding the ending '-erweise'. This ending forms adverbs that mean 'in a ... way.' Literally, then: 'in an understandable way.'
EXAMPLE
Er hat den Test nicht bestanden, weil er klugerweise vorher gelernt hat.
He did not pass the test because he wisely studied beforehand.
Sentence position
'Verständlicherweise' (understandably) can stand in position 1; then the verb follows in position 2. It can also stand inside the sentence, usually after the conjugated verb and the subject.
EXAMPLE
Verständlicherweise wollte sie nach der langen Reise nur noch schlafen.
Understandably, after the long journey she only wanted to sleep.
Function in the sentence
This word is a comment adverb. It does not describe how an action is carried out, but rather comments on the whole sentence. It expresses that the speaker considers the situation logical and understandable.
EXAMPLE
Sie hat das Jobangebot abgelehnt, was ich verständlicherweise schade finde.
She turned down the job offer, which I understandably find a pity.
Compare with
confusable
verständlicherweise vs verständlich
understandable
'verständlich' and 'verständlicherweise' are closely related, but they are used differently grammatically. 'verständlich' is an adjective. It describes a reaction, feeling, or action: it is understandable. 'verständlicherweise' is an adverb. It describes that something happens for an understandable reason. Learners can easily confuse the words because they look almost the same. A practical tip: after 'sein' (to be), 'verständlich' often fits. In a sentence before an action or reaction, 'verständlicherweise' often fits.
verständlicherweise
Nach der langen Wartezeit sind die Kunden verständlicherweise ungeduldig.
After the long wait, the customers are understandably impatient.
verständlich
Die Sorge meiner Schwester ist verständlich, weil sie morgen operiert wird.
My sister's concern is understandable because she is having surgery tomorrow.