Read Meaning in English
word
/ˈɹɛd/, /ˈɹid/
reed (present), red (past)
/ɹiːd/
reed (present), red (past)
Definition
To look at and understand written or printed words. It can also mean to interpret or get information from something.
Usage & Nuances
Common verb used in education and daily life. Often combined with objects like books, letters, signs. Be careful with pronunciation difference between present 'reed' and past 'red.' 'Read' can be used metaphorically, e.g., 'read the room.'
Spanish: leerPortuguese (BR): lerPortuguese (PT): lerChinese (Simplified): 阅读Chinese (Traditional): 閱讀Hindi: पढ़नाArabic: يقرأBengali: পড়াRussian: читатьJapanese: 読むVietnamese: đọcKorean: 읽다Turkish: okumakUrdu: پڑھناIndonesian: membaca
Example Sentences
I read a book every night before bed.
basic
Can you read the sign on the door?
basic
He read the letter very carefully.
basic
I can't read your handwriting — it's too messy!
natural
She read the room and knew it was time to leave.
natural
Did you read about the new movie in the newspaper?
natural