die Lesart
Translation
interpretation, reading, version, take
Examples
Es gibt verschiedene Lesarten dieses Gedichts.
There are different interpretations of this poem.
Das ist meine persönliche Lesart der Ereignisse.
That is my personal take on the events.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.gen)) interpretation of sth. His interpretation of the contract was controversial. Seine Lesart des Vertrags war umstritten.
((von sth.dat)) interpretation of sth. That is a possible reading of the text. Das ist eine mögliche Lesart von dem Text.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Interpretation, die Deutung, die Version
Etymology
Composed of 'lesen' (to read) and 'Art' (way, manner, type). Literally, a 'way of reading'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Art' (way/manner) in which you 'lesen' (read) or interpret something. That's your 'Lesart'.