🇬🇧🇨🇳 interpret - 解释 : English Lesson
verb
Meaning of "interpret" ("解释"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.
To interpret means to figure out and explain what something really means, like solving a little meaning-mystery. You might interpret what someone’s face looks like to know if they’re happy or mad, or interpret a confusing sentence to understand it in your own words.
When Mom said, “We’ll see,” I correctly interpreted it as “This will never happen, child.”
Dad tried to interpret Mom’s look, then quietly put the cookies back in the cabinet and walked away.
The fortune cookie said, “Big change is coming,” which I interpreted as “Your mom is cleaning your room today.”
Grandpa tried to interpret my dance moves, then asked if I needed an ambulance.
Scientists still interpret ancient cave paintings to learn about early humans.
A boy drew a small boat and smiled. His mother tried to interpret the lines, then to interpret the tilt, then to interpret the missing sail. A teacher saw the boy's eyes and could interpret his hope. A kind neighbor read the picture and could interpret his dream. They all clapped; he blushed and hugged the paper.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.
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