This means that if you are able to explain a complex concept in simple terms, you have a good understanding of the concept at hand. Doing this will also help you recognize your problem areas or areas of confusion, because this will be where you either get stuck when explaining the concept or where you have to resort to using complex terminology.
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The areas where you are struggling to explain the points in simple terms or forget something important are where you have some gaps in your understanding.
Now that you know your gaps, go back to the source material. Look up definitions. Augment with other sources. When you ...
Simplify and summarise concepts when learning. If you are able to explain in simple terms or using analogies to a 12-year-old, then you have truly mastered the subject.
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