Translation of German word "interpretieren" to English
interpretieren
/ɪntɐʁˌpʁɛtsiˈʁɛn/
Meaning
VerbTo decode the meaning of a topic and then act, whether to continue researching the topic, follow through, act in opposition, or further the understanding through sharing an interpretation.
How to use
interpretieren ('to interpret / read / explain') is a weak verb: interpretiert, interpretierte, hat interpretiert. Used for texts, data, music, or art. Ein Gedicht interpretieren — To interpret a poem.
🇬🇧 English
interpret
Example
Die Musik interpretieren ist schwierig.
It's hard to interpret the music.
Die Situation interpretieren.
Interpret the situation.
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Common phrases
- ein Gedicht interpretieren— to interpret a poem
- falsch interpretieren— to misinterpret
- Daten interpretieren— to interpret data
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Present Tense (Präsens)
Simple Past (Präteritum)
Perfect (Perfekt)
ich habe interpretiert
Imperative (Imperativ)
Frequency rank: #954 in German
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What is the definition of the German word "interpretieren"?▼
The German word "interpretieren" is defined as: "To decode the meaning of a topic and then act, whether to continue researching the topic, follow through, act in opposition, or further the understanding through sharing an interpretation."
What does the German word "interpretieren" mean?▼
The German word "interpretieren" means "interpret" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Musik interpretieren." (which translates as "It's hard to interpret the music.").
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