NOUN

Interpretation/ɪntɐpʁetaˈt͡si̯oːn/interpretation; explanation; performance (artistic)

Interpretation is a German noun that means interpretation, explanation, or performance (artistic). It is pronounced /ɪntɐpʁetaˈt͡si̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Interpretationen".

Definitions

1.the act of explaining or assigning meaning to something(general)

a.explanation of the meaning of something

Die Interpretation des Textes ist umstritten.The interpretation of the text is controversial.

2.expression or performance of a work based on one’s personal style or understanding(art, music, literature)

a.personal manner of presenting an artistic work

Ihre Interpretation der Rolle war sehr überzeugend.Her interpretation of the role was very convincing.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Interpretationdie Interpretationen
Genitiveder Interpretationder Interpretationen
Dativeder Interpretationden Interpretationen
Accusativedie Interpretationdie Interpretationen

Frequently asked questions

What does "Interpretation" mean in English?
"Interpretation" means interpretation, explanation, or performance (artistic). It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Interpretation"?
"Interpretation" is pronounced /ɪntɐpʁetaˈt͡si̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Interpretation" der, die, or das?
"Interpretation" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Interpretation"?
The plural of "Interpretation" is "Interpretationen".
What part of speech is "Interpretation"?
"Interpretation" is a noun in German.

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