read

verb

To look at and understand words on a page.
To say the words out loud that are written down.
To enjoy stories written by an author.
To understand how someone feels by looking at their face.
To show certain words or text.
To know how to read text in a certain way.
To change a wrong word to the right one in a text.
To understand what someone means when they say something in a different way.
To hear what someone is saying over a radio.
To look and understand a signal or sign.
To study something carefully, like a textbook.
To get information from a computer or device.
To think about something or believe it.
To give advice or tell someone what to do.
To say or tell something out loud.
To notice someone's feelings or identity.
To point out mistakes in a fun or teasing way.

noun

An act of reading, like when you look at a book or story.
Something that you can read, like a book or a story.
Your understanding or feeling about something.
When you read something.

Synonym

look at
understand
speak out

Antonym

ignore

Sentences

I can read my favorite story.
She likes to read books about animals.
We read together in the library.
He can read all the words on the page.
Reading helps me learn new things.

Word Explanation:

Reading is when you look at letters and words on a page and say them out loud or in your head. It helps you learn new things and enjoy stories.

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 Magical Adventure Awaits!

Reading is like a magical adventure! When you open a book, you can travel to faraway lands, meet talking animals, and even become a superhero! Just like in Sowmya Rajendran's stories, every page is filled with surprises.

Grab a cozy blanket, find a comfy spot, and let your imagination soar. Remember, every time you read, you’re not just looking at words; you’re unlocking new worlds!

So, what will you discover today? A friendly dragon? A brave princess? The choice is yours!