reading
word · lemma: read
/ˈɹɛdɪŋ/, /ˈɹidɪŋ/
RED-ing (place name), REE-ding (present)
/ˈɹɛdɪŋ/, /ˈɹiːdɪŋ/
RED-ing (place name), REE-ding (present)
Definition
The act of looking at written words and understanding their meaning. Also refers to the interpretation of information or a written text.
Usage & Nuances
Usually a noun referring to the activity ('I enjoy reading'). Used in 'reading books,' 'reading skills,' and sometimes 'a reading of the law' (interpretation). Don't confuse with 'reading' as the adjective (e.g., 'reading lamp'). Common in both educational and everyday contexts.
Spanish: lectura - leer (actividad)Portuguese (BR): leitura - ler (atividade)Portuguese (PT): leitura - ler (atividade)Chinese (Simplified): 阅读Chinese (Traditional): 閱讀Hindi: पढ़ना (संज्ञा) - पठनArabic: القراءةBengali: পড়াRussian: чтение - толкование (интерпретация)Japanese: 読むこと - 解釈Vietnamese: đọc - cách hiểuKorean: 읽기 - 해석Turkish: okuma - yorumUrdu: پڑھنا - تفسیرIndonesian: membaca - penafsiran
Example Sentences
I like reading before bed.
basic
His reading is very fast.
basic
The teacher gave us a reading assignment.
basic
My favorite way to relax is by reading a good book.
natural
She lost track of time while reading at the library.
natural
People can have different readings of the same story.
natural