誤解 — meaning in English

English meaning

• equivocation noun A logical fallacy resulting from the use of multiple meanings of a single expression.
• misunderstanding noun A failure to understand something correctly; a mistaken interpretation.
• quid pro quo noun A favour, advantage or payment given in return for something else, on the understanding that each side gets something from the exchange.

Senses

誤解 is used for these senses in English:

• equivocation The use of expressions susceptible of a double signification, possibly intentionally and with the aim of misleading.
• misunderstanding A mistake as to the meaning of something or a specific point of view; erroneous interpretation or comprehension; misconception.
• quid pro quo Something which is understood as something else; an equivocation.

equivocation — full definition

1. noun A logical fallacy resulting from the use of multiple meanings of a single expression.
2. noun The use of expressions susceptible of a double signification, possibly intentionally and with the aim of misleading.

misunderstanding — full definition

1. noun A failure to understand something correctly; a mistaken interpretation.
2. noun A minor disagreement or falling-out.