How to pronounce interpret
Say it like in-TUR-prut. Interpret has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TUR).
- in
- TUR
- prut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Interpret pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- prutKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of interpret
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: in-TUR-prit.
What does interpret mean?
- 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.
- To explain or tell the meaning of; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms. applied especially to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.“to interpret an Indian speech”
- To apprehend and represent by means of art; to show by illustrative representation.“The actor interpreted the character of Hamlet with great skill.”
Where does interpret come from?
From Middle English interpreten, from Old French enterpreter, (French interpréter), from Latin interpretor (“to explain, expound, interpret”), past participle interpretatus, from interpres (“an agent, broker, explainer, interpreter, negotia
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Questions about saying interpret
How do you pronounce interpret?
Say in-TUR-prut. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪnˈtɝprət/. In British English it is /ɪnˈtɜːprɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in interpret?
Interpret has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TUR). Broken into parts: in · TUR · prut.
Is interpret pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ɪnˈtɜːprɪt/ (in-TUR-prit).