Synonyms for

Interpreting

Verb / ˈɪntɜ:ˌpretɪŋ / Another word for interpreting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Interpreting is the act of explaining the meaning of something.

Synonyms & similar words

understand interpret construe see rendition read interpretation rede rendering translate render represent translating explaining clarifying rendering converting decoding understanding comprehending transcribing paraphrasing elucidating demonstrating illustrating depicting portraying representing rendering rendering conveying imparting

Synonyms by register

Formal

elucidating explaining deciphering explicating

Informal

figuring out making sense of reading getting

Literary

unraveling discerning divining

Antonyms

misunderstanding misconstruing obscuring confusing garbling muffling

Common collocations

  • interpreting data
  • interpreting results
  • interpreting dreams
  • interpreting the law
  • interpreting signs
  • interpreting behavior
  • interpreting a text

Word family

noun interpretation
verb interpret
adjective interpretive
adverb interpretively

Usage note

Often used in contexts involving language, data, or meaning. Be mindful of the context; 'interpreting' can imply a subjective understanding.

Example sentences

  1. The interpreter is explaining what the foreign leader is saying.
  2. I am interpreting the instructions to make sure I understand them correctly.
  3. The teacher is interpreting the poem to the class.
  4. The sign language interpreter is interpreting the speech for the deaf audience.
  5. The lawyer is interpreting the law for his client.

Quotes

  • Interpreting is like a dance between two languages.
  • The art of interpreting lies in the ability to be invisible.
  • Interpreting is not just about knowing the languages, it's about understanding the cultures.

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