Definition

A person who translates spoken language from one language to another during conversations or speeches.

Example

The interpreter helped the tourists communicate with the locals during their visit.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming an interpreter?

That sounds interesting, but I'm not fluent in enough languages.

I think it would be amazing to help people communicate as an interpreter.

Definitely! It would be rewarding to bridge that gap between cultures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interpreter → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "preter" (from Latin "praeter", meaning to go beyond or to pass). The word describes someone who conveys meaning between parties, effectively passing information from one to another.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who conveys messages 'between' people — 'inter-' means between, and 'preter' relates to passing information.

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