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interpretation
The interpretation or explanation of the meaning of something, for example a text, a work of art, or a dream. It is the way someone understands and explains something.
Es gibt viele verschiedene Interpretationen dieses Gedichts.
There are many different interpretations of this poem.
The noun 'Interpretation' (interpretation) comes from the verb 'interpretieren' (to interpret). The ending '-ation' is typical for feminine nouns derived from verbs.
Es ist nicht einfach, moderne Kunst zu interpretieren.
It is not easy to interpret modern art.
'Interpretation' (interpretation) is very often used with a genitive to say what is being interpreted. Alternatively, you can also use the preposition 'von' (of/from) with the dative.
Die Interpretation des Romans war sehr umstritten.
The interpretation of the novel was very controversial.
This meaning can often be recognized by words like 'Text' (text), 'Gedicht' (poem), 'Traum' (dream), 'Daten' (data), or 'Verhalten' (behavior). It is about understanding and explaining something abstract.
Seine Interpretation der Daten führte zu einer neuen Theorie.
His interpretation of the data led to a new theory.
Common phrases are 'Raum für Interpretation lassen' (to leave room for interpretation) or that something is 'eine Frage der Interpretation' (a matter of interpretation). This means that there is no single correct interpretation.
Die neuen Regeln lassen viel Raum für Interpretation.
The new rules leave a lot of room for interpretation.
This meaning refers to the performance of art. You can recognize it from words like 'Musikstück' (piece of music), 'Sonate' (sonata), 'Rolle' (role), or 'Lied' (song).
Der Dirigent ist für seine moderne Interpretation klassischer Stücke bekannt.
The conductor is known for his modern interpretation of classical pieces.
game / play
'das Spiel' and 'die Interpretation' can both describe how an artist performs something. 'Spiel' refers to an acting performance in theater or, in music, to the way someone plays an instrument. 'Interpretation' emphasizes more strongly the artist's personal reading and individual style. The words can be confused because in both cases you are talking about a performance. 'Spiel' fits more with the visible or audible performance, while 'Interpretation' is more about how someone understands and shapes a work.
Seine Interpretation der Rolle ist leise, aber sehr stark.
His interpretation of the role is quiet, but very powerful.
Mila hat mit ihrem Spiel auf der Geige das ganze Publikum beeindruckt.
Mila impressed the whole audience with her violin playing.