intérprete

/inˈter.pɾe.te/
nounIntermediate
formal

A person who translates spoken language orally, either simultaneously or consecutively, between two or more languages.

Los intérpretes son esenciales en conferencias internacionales.

Interpreters are essential at international conferences.

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The term can also refer to someone who explains or interprets something, such as a musical piece or a text.

Collocations

intérprete simultáneosimultaneous interpreterintérprete de conferenciasconference interpreterintérprete juradocertified interpreter

Synonyms

Related Phrases

hacer de intérpretephrase
to act as an interpreter

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Contexts

Use 'intérprete' in formal settings like conferences or legal proceedings. For casual contexts, you might hear 'traductor' used more broadly.

📖Word Origin

From Latin 'interpres' (interpreter, mediator), from 'inter' (between) + 'prehendere' (to grasp).

📝Usage Notes

In Spanish, 'intérprete' is often used for oral translation, while 'traductor' refers to written translation.

Word Breakdown

inter-
between
prefix
+
-prête
to grasp or understand
root
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