Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Interpret”
To explain what something means, especially something unclear, foreign, or complex.
Word Family of Interpret
What is the noun of interpret? — interpretation
What is the verb of interpret? — interpret
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- She speaks French, so she will interpret the conversation for us. B1
- Can you interpret this confusing paragraph for me? B1
- Scientists interpret the data from the experiment to draw meaningful conclusions. B2
Word Form Patterns for Interpret
-tion
Adds **-tion** to form a noun describing an action, process, or result. Example: interpret → interpretation.
Origin and Word Formation of Interpret
From Latin 'interpretari', meaning 'to explain, translate'. Related to 'interpreter'.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Interpret
Wrong: He interprets the data for understand it better.
Correct: He interprets the data to understand it better.
Use 'to' for purpose, not 'for + verb'. Say 'to understand' not 'for understand'.
Wrong: She has interpret the document already.
Correct: She has interpreted the document already.
Past participle of 'interpret' is 'interpreted', not 'interpret'. With 'has', use past participle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Interpret
What are the word forms of “interpret”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “interpret”?
“interpret” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “interpret” come from?
From Latin 'interpretari', meaning 'to explain, translate'. Related to 'interpreter'.