解读

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The word '解读' (jiědú) primarily means 'to interpret' or 'to decode' information, texts, or data. It is often used when someone explains the meaning behind something complex or ambiguous, such as literature, art, or data.

Common Contexts

  • Literary or artistic interpretation: Experts or readers '解读' a text or artwork to reveal deeper meanings.
  • Data analysis: Interpreting data sets or statistics to understand their significance.
  • Everyday use: Explaining or clarifying the meaning of something not immediately obvious.

Collocations and Patterns

These collocations highlight the focus on understanding and explaining meaning.

Nuances

Using '解读' implies a thoughtful or analytical process, not just a simple reading. It often suggests that the meaning is not straightforward and requires insight or expertise.

Common Confusion

Don't confuse '解读' with '阅读' (yuèdú), which means 'to read.' '解读' emphasizes interpretation beyond just reading the words.

Example Sentences

This article is hard to understand; different people will have different

The expert's interpretation of this painting reveals the artist's inner

Please interpret this data and tell me its meaning.