read

US /riːd/
UK /riːd/
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1.

lire

look at and comprehend the meaning of (written or printed matter) by interpreting the characters or symbols of which it is composed

:
She loves to read books in her free time.
Elle adore lire des livres pendant son temps libre.
Can you read this letter for me?
Peux-tu lire cette lettre pour moi ?
2.

interpréter, comprendre

interpret or understand (an emotion, intention, or sign)

:
It was hard to read his expression.
C'était difficile de lire son expression.
She could always read people's intentions.
Elle pouvait toujours lire les intentions des gens.
1.

lecture

a session of reading

:
I had a long read before bed.
J'ai eu une longue lecture avant de me coucher.
The book makes for an interesting read.
Le livre offre une lecture intéressante.