Interpret

/ɪnˈtɜː.pɹɪt/ verb

To explain or tell the meaning of; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms. applied especially to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.

Definition

  1. (verb) To explain or tell the meaning of; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms. applied especially to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc. “to interpret an Indian speech”
  2. (verb) To apprehend and represent by means of art; to show by illustrative representation “The actor interpreted the character of Hamlet with great skill.”
  3. (verb) To act as an interpreter. “He interpreted at the meeting between the Chinese and French associates.”
  4. (verb) To analyse or execute (a program) by reading the instructions as they are encountered, rather than compiling in advance.

Word stats

  • Interpret contains 9 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 6 consonant(s).
  • It uses 6 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 3.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 11.

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What does Interpret mean?

To explain or tell the meaning of; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms. applied especially to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.

How many letters are in Interpret?

Interpret has 9 letters.

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