Kilo Lingo

/inteɾpɾeˈtaɾ/

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Translation

to interpret, to perform

Word origin

From Latin interpretari ('to explain, to translate'), from interpres ('agent, negotiator, translator'). English 'interpret' shares the same root.

Origin
Latin
Root
interpretari
English cognates
interpret, interpreter

Grammar

Verb type-ar regular (1st group)

Examples

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The actor is going to play the leading role.

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How do you interpret these words?

sinfonía Beethoven.

The orchestra performed a symphony by Beethoven.

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It is difficult to interpret dreams.

chino español.

We need someone who can interpret from Chinese into Spanish.

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This word is part of lesson 78.