Interpretación (en. Interpretation)

/in-ter-pre-ta-ˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Action of interpreting.
The interpretation of the laws is fundamental in legal practice.
La interpretación de las leyes es fundamental en la práctica jurídica.
Explanation or exposition made about a text or a work.
Her interpretation of the novel provides a new perspective.
Su interpretación de la novela brinda un nuevo enfoque.
To execute a musical or theatrical work.
The interpretation of the work was acclaimed by critics.
La interpretación de la obra fue aclamada por la crítica.

Etymology

From Latin interpretatio, -onis.

Common Phrases and Expressions

literary interpretation
Analysis or explanation of a literary text.
interpretación literaria
to provide an interpretation
To offer an explanation or a version of an event or text.
dar una interpretación
simultaneous interpretation
Oral translation of a speech at the moment it is spoken.
interpretación simultánea

Related Words

to interpret
To carry out the action of explaining or giving meaning.
interpretar
interpreter
A person who dedicates themselves to interpreting poems, works, or speeches.
intérprete
interpretive
That serves to interpret or explain.
interpretativo

Slang Meanings

Interpretation of events in popular culture.
The interpretation of this meme is very funny.
La interpretación de este meme es muy divertida.
Free interpretation of a situation.
Her interpretation of the gossip was exaggerated.
Su interpretación del chisme era exagerada.