読み取る
yomitoruTo read or interpret information from a source, such as text, data, or a code.
彼女は手紙の意味を読み取った
She interpreted the meaning of the letter.
Often used for scanning, interpreting, or extracting information from various sources.
To infer or deduce something from a situation or behavior.
彼の表情から不安を読み取った
I sensed his anxiety from his expression.
Used metaphorically to describe understanding subtle cues or emotions.
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💡Pro Tip
Literal vs. Figurative Use
While '読み取る' can mean 'to scan' or 'to read' literally, it is also commonly used to describe interpreting emotions or subtle cues.
⚡Gold Rule
Common Usage
In technical contexts, it often refers to scanning or extracting data, while in everyday language, it can mean interpreting emotions or situations.
📖Word Origin
From the verb '読む' (yomu, to read) combined with the causative/perceptive suffix '-取る' (toru).
📝Usage Notes
Can be used both literally (reading text or data) and metaphorically (interpreting emotions or situations).