Synonyms of translate

translate

verb

tran(t)s-ˈlāt 

as in to summarize

to express something (as a text or statement) in different words

would you mind translating this German article for me?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• summarize
• paraphrase
• rephrase
• restate
• reword
• reiterate
• recapitulate
• sum up
• boil down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• quote
• repeat
• reproduce
• copy
• echo
• transcribe

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of translate

According to Perseus Digital Library, which translates Greek and Roman mythology to English, some writers refer to Cerberus as the hound that guards the gates of Hades, where the dog allows people to enter, but never lets them out. — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 24 July 2026

Building Narrative Fluency Narrative fluency can help—the ability to translate complex people and org decisions into language that moves boards, investors and frontline teams, often at the same time. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

The city’s strong showing also translated to television audience. — Latif Love, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

The wearables generating circadian scores A growing crop of devices now translates light exposure, temperature, movement and heart-rate data into circadian metrics. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026

Phrases Containing translate

• translate (into)