B1verb 1K

Translate

🇬🇧 UK /["/trænzˈleɪt/","/trænzˈleɪts/","/trænzˈleɪtɪd/","/trænzˈleɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/trænzˈleɪt/","/trænzˈleɪts/","/trænzˈleɪtɪd/","/trænzˈleɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Translate

to express the meaning of speech or writing in a different language

In simple words: To change words from one language to another.

Translate in a sentence

• I need to translate this document from French to English.
• She can translate complex texts with ease.
• Can you translate what he just said?
• The software can translate multiple languages instantly.
• It's difficult to translate idiomatic expressions accurately.

How to use Translate

Use 'translate' when discussing converting text or speech between languages. It's neutral, suitable in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it for non-linguistic interpretations.

Grammar pattern

translate + object + from language + to language

Memory hint

Think of a train carrying words from one station (language) to another.

Related words

Collocations with Translate

• literally
• accurately
• correctly
• attempt to
• try to
• be difficult to
• as
• for
• from
• widely translated
• literally
• accurately
• correctly
• attempt to
• try to
• be difficult to
• as
• for
• from
• widely translated
• well
• easily
• readily
• attempt to
• try to
• be difficult to
• into
• translate something into action
• translate something into practice

Synonyms for Translate

• interpret

Opposites of Translate

• remain the same
• keep unchanged

Common mistakes with Translate

• Confusing with 'transliterate', which means converting letters instead of meaning.
• Saying 'translate to' when not specifying both languages.
• Using 'translate' as a noun incorrectly.

Frequently asked questions about Translate

What does Translate mean?

To change words from one language to another.

What is the definition of Translate?

to express the meaning of speech or writing in a different language

How do you use Translate in a sentence?

I need to translate this document from French to English.

Can you give another example of Translate?

She can translate complex texts with ease.

What are synonyms for Translate?

Common alternatives include interpret.

What is the opposite of Translate?

Opposite meanings include remain the same, keep unchanged.

What words go with Translate?

It commonly pairs with literally, accurately, correctly, attempt to, try to, be difficult to, as, for, from, widely translated, literally, accurately, correctly, attempt to, try to, be difficult to, as, for, from, widely translated, well, easily, readily, attempt to, try to, be difficult to, into, translate something into action, translate something into practice.

What are common mistakes when using Translate?

Confusing with 'transliterate', which means converting letters instead of meaning. Saying 'translate to' when not specifying both languages. Using 'translate' as a noun incorrectly.

How do you pronounce Translate?

US: /["/trænzˈleɪt/","/trænzˈleɪts/","/trænzˈleɪtɪd/","/trænzˈleɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/trænzˈleɪt/","/trænzˈleɪts/","/trænzˈleɪtɪd/","/trænzˈleɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Translate?

Use 'translate' when discussing converting text or speech between languages. It's neutral, suitable in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it for non-linguistic interpretations.

What CEFR level is Translate?

"Translate" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.