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interpretation

/ɪntəpɹəˈteɪʃən/

Meanings
  • verb

    The act of interpreting or explaining something; making sense of something.

  • The explanation or sense made of a text, a situation, or an experience.


Pronunciation
  1. /ɪntəpɹəˈteɪʃən/



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Synonyms

interpreting
Rhymes
Words rhyming with interpretation
intervene , collaborate , innocent
Variants
List of all variants of interpretation that leads to same result
interpretation , interpretational , interpretations , interpretative , interpretatively , interpretive , interpretively , counter-interpretation , counter-interpretations , counterinterpretation , counterinterpretations
Forms
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interprets, interpreting, interpreted


Etymology
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From the Latin word 'interpretari', meaning 'to explain' or 'translate'.


Trivia
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  1. Interpretation is a crucial skill in various fields, including psychology, education, and business.

  2. The word 'interpretation' has been used in literature since ancient times. For example, in Homer's 'Odyssey', the god Hermes is described as an interpreter of dreams.


Related Concepts
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  1. Exegesis: A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious one.

  2. Translation: The process of converting the text from one language to another.


Culture
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Interpretation plays a significant role in various fields such as literature, art, music, and law. In literature, interpretation is used to understand the meaning of a text. In art, interpretation is used to understand the symbolism and meaning behind a work. In music, interpretation is used to perform a piece in a particular way. In law, interpretation is used to understand the meaning of a legal text.

How to Memorize "interpretation"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine the word 'interpretation' as a bridge that connects two sides. Visualize yourself as the one who builds and crosses this bridge to understand something.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'interpretation' with the word 'understanding'. Think of how interpretation helps you understand something.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Interpreting Paintings And Texts Requires Intelligent Thought' to remember the meaning of interpretation.


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