interpret

US /-ˈtɝː-/
UK /-ˈtɝː-/
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1.

interpréter, expliquer

explain the meaning of (information, words, or actions)

:
It's difficult to interpret these complex instructions.
Il est difficile d'interpréter ces instructions complexes.
How do you interpret his silence?
Comment interprétez-vous son silence ?
2.

interpréter, traduire

translate orally or into sign language the words of a person speaking a different language

:
She was asked to interpret for the foreign delegates.
On lui a demandé d'interpréter pour les délégués étrangers.
A professional will interpret the speech into sign language.
Un professionnel interprétera le discours en langue des signes.