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interpret in Dutch

interpret in Dutch is vertalen, tolken, interpreteren — interpret means to explain or work out the meaning of something, especially a language, gesture, sign, or piece of art.

interpret in Dutch

vertalen
verb
To decode the meaning of a topic and then act, whether to continue researching the topic, follow through, act in opposition, or further the understanding through sharing an interpretation.
tolken
verb
To decode the meaning of a topic and then act, whether to continue researching the topic, follow through, act in opposition, or further the understanding through sharing an interpretation.
interpreteren
verb

What does "interpret" mean?

  1. verb To explain or work out the meaning of something, especially a language, gesture, sign, or piece of art.
    "She interpreted the ancient inscription for the museum visitors."
  2. verb To convert speech from one language into another in real time so people can understand each other.
    "A translator interpreted for the delegates throughout the summit."
  3. verb Computing: to run a program by reading and carrying out its instructions one at a time, instead of compiling it first.
    "Python code is interpreted rather than compiled into machine code ahead of time."
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interpret in a sentence

  • She interpreted the ancient inscription for the museum visitors.
  • He interpreted her silence as a refusal.
  • A translator interpreted for the delegates throughout the summit.
  • Python code is interpreted rather than compiled into machine code ahead of time.

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What is "interpret" in Dutch?

"interpret" in Dutch is vertalen, tolken, interpreteren. interpret means: To explain or work out the meaning of something, especially a language, gesture, sign, or piece of art.

How do you use "interpret" in a sentence?

Example: "She interpreted the ancient inscription for the museum visitors." In Dutch, "interpret" is vertalen, tolken, interpreteren.

Are there other ways to say "interpret" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "interpret": vertalen, tolken, interpreteren.

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