read

verb

To look at and understand letters or words.
To say the words out loud that are written.
To look at a book or story written by someone.
To understand what someone is feeling by looking at their face.
To see and understand a sign or text.
To understand how to read something in a special way.
To listen and understand what someone is saying over a radio.
To look at a signal and know what it means.
To study something carefully, like a book.
To take information from a device, like a computer.
To think about something or believe it to be true.
To tell or say something.

noun

A reading or an act of reading, especially an actor's part of a play.
Something to be read; a written work.
A person's interpretation or impression of something.
An instance of reading.

Synonym

understand
learn

Antonym

pass

Sentences

I like to read my picture book.
Can you read the big letters?
We read stories at bedtime.
The cat likes to read with me.
I read a book about dinosaurs.

Word Explanation:

Reading is when you look at words and understand what they mean. It's like looking at a story in a book!

Word in hindi

पढ़ाई

padhai

Other variations in hindi

किताब kitaab
पढ़ना padhna

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'read' mean?

The word 'read' means to look at and understand the words in a book, on a page, or on a screen.

How do you pronounce 'read'?

You pronounce 'read' like 'reed' when you talk about reading in the present or future. When you talk about reading in the past, it sounds like 'red'.

What is the origin of the word 'read'?

The word 'read' comes from an old English word 'rǣdan', which means to advise or interpret.

What is the meaning of 'read' in Hindi?

The word 'read' in Hindi is 'पढ़ना' (Paṛhnā).

What is the meaning of 'read' in Kannada?

The word 'read' in Kannada is 'ಓದುವುದು' (Ōdudu).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Reading helps your brain grow! The more you read, the smarter you become.

Proverb

A book is a treasure. (It means books hold valuable knowledge and stories.)

Quote

"Today a reader, tomorrow a leader." - Margaret Fuller

Mini blog:

A Colorful Adventure in Reading!

In a world of colors and fun, let’s talk about reading, everyone! Just like the very hungry caterpillar munching through his food, reading opens up a world of adventure.

When you read, you can fly with butterflies, swim with fish, and even dance with bears! Grab a book, turn the pages, and let your imagination soar.

Each story is a new journey waiting for you. So, let’s read together and discover all the wonderful things that books can bring!