Which statement best defines 'interpret' in common usage?

• A. To understand something in a certain way.
• B. To translate spoken words into another language.
• C. To explain something or make it possible to understand.
• D. To reflect on the past.

Answer: (C)

Interpreting in everyday use means explaining the meaning of something so others can understand it. That’s why this statement is the best: it captures how interpretation involves presenting meaning in a way that clarifies or makes sense to someone else. It goes beyond merely understanding something in a personal way, and while translating language is related, that’s a more specific use of the term. Reflecting on the past isn’t connected to the idea of conveying meaning.