Leerá (en. Will read)

/leˈeɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Action of interpreting or understanding the meaning of a written text.
He will read a book tonight.
Él leerá un libro esta noche.
Action of studying or reviewing a text.
She will read the instructions before starting.
Ella leerá las instrucciones antes de comenzar.
Action of examining or reviewing written documents.
The teacher will read the essays of his students.
El profesor leerá los ensayos de sus estudiantes.

Etymology

From Latin 'legere', which means 'to choose' or 'to gather'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to read between the lines
To understand the hidden meaning of a text.
leer entre líneas
to read someone's mind
To comprehend someone's thoughts or intentions without them stating it explicitly.
leer la mente
to get hooked on reading
To develop a deep interest in reading.
engancharse a la lectura

Related Words

reading
Action of reading.
lectura
reader
Person who reads.
lector
book
Set of sheets containing text.
libro

Slang Meanings

To read a lot compulsively.
That girl is a 'speed reader,' she always has a book in her hand.
Esa chica es una 'lectora a mil', siempre tiene un libro en la mano.
To read superficially or disinterestedly.
Don't linger on the fluff, don't read 'haphazardly.'
No te quedes en la paja, no leas a ‘salto de mata’.