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interpreting

Interpreting (noun) means the skill or profession of converting spoken or signed language from one language into another as it is being spoken. Example: “She studied interpreting at university and now works for the United Nations.”

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The skill or profession of converting spoken or signed language from one language into another as it is being spoken.
"She studied interpreting at university and now works for the United Nations."

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In plain EnglishThe job or act of translating speech live, as opposed to translating written text.

Common pairings
simultaneous interpreting consecutive interpreting

Word forms

interpretings plural

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What does “interpreting” mean?

The word “interpreting” means the skill or profession of converting spoken or signed language from one language into another as it is being spoken. In plain terms, the job or act of translating speech live, as opposed to translating written text.

How do you use “interpreting” in a sentence?

Here is “interpreting” used in a sentence: “She studied interpreting at university and now works for the United Nations.”

What part of speech is “interpreting”?

“Interpreting” is a noun.

Is “interpreting” a common word?

“Interpreting” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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