The comprehension approach,  a method that focuses on understanding the meaning of words and assimilating their various meanings,  is in contrast with the communicative approach because the latter one encourages learners to incorporate their personal experiences into their language learning environment by conversing about their personal experiences with partners.
The comprehension approach is methodologies of language learning that emphasise understanding of language rather than speaking. Comprehension approach refers to a method of learning a new language through the process of understanding the meaning of words and expressions in the language as opposed to any other form of language learning. The comprehension approach usually involves a silent period when the learner tries to assimilate the various meanings of the words that make up the target language. An advantage of the comprehension approach of language learning is the fact that when the learner eventually understands the meaning and the correct application of the words, the language will sound more effortless when he or she speaks it in contrast to other forms of language learning, which may result in more stilted efforts. This is in contrast to the better-known communicative approach, under which learning is thought to emerge through language production, i.e. a focus on speech and writing. Communicative language teaching (CLT), or the communicative approach, is an approach to language teaching that emphasizes interaction as both the means and the ultimate goal of study. Learners converse about personal experiences with partners, and instructors teach topics outside of the realm of traditional grammar, in order to promote language skills in all types of situations. 
