interpretieren
interpret
Die Bedeutung von etwas erkennen und in eigenen Worten erklären.
The German word "interpretieren" is a verb that means "to interpret" or "to explain". It is derived from the Latin root "interpretari", which also means "to interpret". "Interpretieren" is often used in contexts involving analyzing or explaining the meaning of texts, art, music, or any situation.
Similar words in German include "deuten" (to interpret or to explain), "auslegen" (to expound or interpret), and "erklären" (to explain).
The main difference lies in the nuances:
- "deuten" often implies a more subjective or personal interpretation,
- "auslegen" can refer to a more formal or structured interpretation (like legal texts),
- "erklären" is a broader term that involves deeper elaboration rather than mere interpretation.
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Examples
Wir interpretieren den Text gemeinsam.verb
We interpret the text together.
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