interpreter
US /ˌɪnˈtɝprətɚ/
Definition
someone who mediates between speakers of different languages
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
An interpreter helped both sides understand each other during the negotiation.
Word Family
Synonyms
- translatora person who translates written messages from one language to another
- spokespersonan advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose
Collocations
- Easy freelance interpreterto freelance interpreter, meaning to work independently and on temporary contracts rather than for a long-term employer
- Medium conference interpreter boothdescribing conference interpreter booth (a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda))
- Hard certified court interpreterto certified court interpreter, meaning to provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
- Very Hard nuanced interpreter bridging dividesa collocation phrase: nuanced interpreter bridging divides
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.