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interpret in German

interpret in German is dolmetschen, übersetzen, interpretieren — interpret means to explain or work out the meaning of something, especially a language, gesture, sign, or piece of art.

interpret in German

dolmetschen
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.
übersetzen
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.
interpretieren
verb
To explain or tell the meaning of; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms. applied especially to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.
auslegen
verb
To explain or tell the meaning of; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms. applied especially to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.
interpretieren
verb
To apprehend and represent by means of art; to show by illustrative representation
dolmetschen
verb
To apprehend and represent by means of art; to show by illustrative representation

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 German?

"interpret" in German is dolmetschen, übersetzen, interpretieren. 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 German, "interpret" is dolmetschen, übersetzen, interpretieren.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "interpret": dolmetschen, übersetzen, interpretieren, auslegen.

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