translate

/ˈtrænslɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to express the meaning of (a written or spoken text) in another language

“She translated the manual from English to Spanish.”

2. verb

to change (something) into a different form or medium

“The artist translated her painting into a sculpture.”

3. verb

to convey or express (an emotion, idea, etc.)

“He translated his enthusiasm into action.”

4. noun

a person who translates, especially one who translates texts or messages

“The translator helped us communicate with the foreign diplomat.”

5. noun

the act of translating or the process of translating

“The translation of the text took several hours.”

Synonyms

  • convert
  • explain
  • interpret
  • render

Antonyms

  • misinterpret
  • obscure