interpret

/ɪnˈtɜː.pɹɪt/verb

To explain what something means, or to put spoken words into a language listeners can understand; also used of dreams, signs, and behavior.

Example sentences

“A guide interpreted the mayor's speech for the foreign visitors.”
“Scholars still argue over how to interpret the ancient symbols.”

A person who converts speech live is an interpreter; one who works with written text is a translator.

Related words

interveneTo step into a situation in order to change it or stop something from happening.internshipA temporary position in which a student works to gain experience in a profession or trade.interviewAn official face-to-face meeting held to judge whether a candidate or applicant is suitable.internetA connection to the internet; the service that lets a person get online.intimidateTo frighten someone, often with threats, so that they feel nervous or back down.interfaceThe place or means where two systems meet and interact with each other.