How Do You Spell INTERPRET?

Pronunciation: [ɪntˈɜːpɹɪt] (IPA)

The word "interpret" is spelled /ɪnˈtəːprɪt/ in IPA phonetic transcription. This word has 3 syllables, with the primary stress on the second syllable "ter". The first syllable "in" is pronounced with a short "i" sound, followed by the "t" sound, "ur" sound, and "pr" sound in the second syllable. The final syllable "it" is pronounced with the short "i" sound and "t" sound, which makes the whole word "interpret" easily identified and pronounced correctly.

INTERPRET Meaning and Definition

1. The verb "interpret" refers to the process of explaining or understanding the meaning or significance of something, often a text, a situation, or an action. It involves analyzing and making sense of information or events based on one's understanding, knowledge, and context. Interpretation aims to extract and clarify the intended or inferred meaning behind something, offering explanations, insights, or insights into its significance.

   In the context of language and communication, interpretation involves deciphering or translating words, phrases, symbols, or gestures from one language to another, or from one form of communication to another, such as interpreting sign language. The interpreter must accurately convey the message while accounting for cultural, linguistic, and contextual differences.

   Additionally, interpretation can pertain to understanding and explaining the intention or purpose behind someone's actions, behaviors, or artistic creations. It involves analyzing their motives, emotions, or ideas to make sense of their behavior or the message they aimed to convey.

   Interpretation also plays a major role in disciplines such as law, art, music, literature, and religion. It involves critically analyzing and providing explanations or alternative understandings of legal texts, artistic works, musical compositions, literary pieces, or religious scriptures.

   Overall, interpretation involves the act of comprehending, explaining, and making sense of something by delving into its meaning, purpose, or significance, often using different tools, knowledge, and perspectives to offer insights or clarifications.

2. To explain or unfold the meaning of; to expound; to decipher; to give a solution to.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for INTERPRET *

• interpet 18.8866799%
• interprete 14.7117296%
• interpert 12.3260437%
• interprate 4.7713717%
• interpit 1.1928429%
• interprut 1.39165%
• inturpet 0.7952286%
• interpept 0.3976143%
• interrprut 0.3976143%
• interpred 0.1988071%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for INTERPRET

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Etymology of INTERPRET

The word "interpret" originated from the Latin word "interpretari" which means "explain, interpret, translate". It is derived from the Latin noun "interpres" meaning "agent, translator, interpreter". The Latin noun "interpres" is further believed to have roots in an Etruscan word, but the exact origin is uncertain. Ultimately, the word "interpret" has evolved into its current form in English through various linguistic influences and historical developments.

Idioms with the word INTERPRET

• interpret for sm The idiom "interpret for sm" means to translate or explain something, typically between different languages or cultures, in order to help someone understand or make sense of it. It refers to the act of facilitating communication and comprehension for someone who may not have the necessary knowledge or language skills.
• interpret sth for sm The idiom "interpret sth for someone" means to explain or translate something in a way that the person can understand it better. It involves conveying the meaning or significance of something to another person, often by providing further clarification or simplifying complex concepts.
• interpret sth as sth The idiom "interpret something as something" means to understand or explain something in a particular way, often based on personal perspective or subjective analysis. It implies the act of assigning meaning or significance to something based on one's own understanding or interpretation.
• interpret for someone The idiom "interpret for someone" means to translate or explain something to someone who does not understand the language, concept, or meaning of a particular subject or conversation. It involves conveying the message or content in a way that the person can comprehend.
• interpret something as something The idiom "interpret something as something" means to understand or explain the meaning or significance of something in a particular way. It refers to the act of assigning a specific meaning or understanding to an event, action, statement, or situation based on one's own perspective or perception.
• interpret something for someone The idiom "interpret something for someone" means to explain or clarify the meaning of something to someone who may not understand it or may have difficulty grasping the intended message. It involves providing a detailed and understandable explanation or analysis for the benefit of the other person's comprehension.

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Conjugate verb Interpret

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have interpreted

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you interpret

we let´s interpret

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to interpret

PAST

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PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

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