Lire Meaning in English
word
ˈɫɪɹə
LIR-uh
lˈaɪə
LYE-uh
Definition
To look at and understand written words, signs, or symbols. It can also mean to interpret or understand information from something, like 'read a map' or 'read someone's expression'.
Usage & Nuances
'Read' can refer to books, instructions, signs, body language, or even moods. Common phrases: 'read a book', 'read out loud', 'read between the lines'. Be careful: 'read' is irregular (present: read /riːd/, past: read /rɛd/).
Spanish: leerPortuguese (BR): lerPortuguese (PT): lerChinese (Simplified): 读Chinese (Traditional): 讀Hindi: पढ़नाArabic: يقرأBengali: পড়াRussian: читатьJapanese: 読むVietnamese: đọcKorean: 읽다Turkish: okumakUrdu: پڑھناIndonesian: membaca
Example Sentences
I read the newspaper every morning.
basic
Can you read this sign?
basic
She likes to read stories before bed.
basic
I couldn't read his handwriting at all.
natural
You should read between the lines—you might find out more than you think.
natural
He can read a map faster than anyone else I know.
natural