interpretation
Translation
interpretation, explanation, understanding, performance
Examples
What is your interpretation of the events?
What is your interpretation of the events?
The play was a modern interpretation of Shakespeare.
The play was a modern interpretation of Shakespeare.
We need an interpretation of the new law.
We need an interpretation of the new law.
Grammar Patterns
an interpretation ((of sth.)) an explanation or opinion of what something means Her interpretation of the data was interesting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: explanation, understanding, analysis, rendition
Etymology
From the verb 'interpret' + '-ation', a suffix forming nouns of action.
Memory Tips
Remember it as the 'action' (-ation) of 'interpret'-ing something.