Meaning of the word "figure it out" in English

What does "figure it out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

figure it out

US /ˈfɪɡjər ɪt aʊt/
UK /ˈfɪɡər ɪt aʊt/

Phrasal Verb

to understand or solve something

Example:
I can't figure it out, this puzzle is too hard.
Let me think for a moment, I'm sure I can figure it out.