interpret
/ɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/
in · ter · pret
ɪn · ˈtɜːr · prɪt
English Definition
v. explain meaning
Significado en Español
interpretar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
giải thích, phiên dịch
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Example Sentence
Please interpret the poem.
请解释这首诗。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
interpret (explain)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “interpret”:
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A
examine
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B
translate
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C
interpret
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D
state
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B — translate.
“interpret” means v. explain meaning
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
A skilled guide can ______ the strange local customs for confused tourists.
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A
confuse
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B
distort
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C
hide
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D
interpret
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D — interpret.
“interpret” means v. explain meaning
Common questions about “interpret”
What does “interpret” mean?
interpret — v. explain meaning. In Chinese: 解释,口译.
How do you pronounce “interpret”?
interpret is pronounced /ɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: in · ter · pret.
How do you use “interpret” in a sentence?
Please interpret the poem. (请解释这首诗。)
What are synonyms for “interpret”?
explain, translate — all close in meaning to interpret (v. explain meaning).
Is “interpret” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. interpret appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “interpret”?
interpret (explain)