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interpret a script

[ɪnˈtɜːrprɪt ə skrɪpt]
verb phrase
interpretar um roteiro
1. To perform or act out a written screenplay, play, or dialogue by bringing characters to life through vocal delivery and physical performance
The actors spent weeks interpreting the script before opening night.
Os atores passaram semanas interpretando o roteiro antes da noite de estreia.
2. To analyze and understand the meaning, intent, and subtext of a written dramatic work
The director helped the cast interpret the script in a modern context.
O diretor ajudou o elenco a interpretar o roteiro em um contexto moderno.
NYC Slang
break down a script; nail the script
Synonyms
perform a scriptact out a scriptdeliver linesread a scriptrender a script
Antonyms
write a scriptignore a script

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
interpretar um roteiro
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
interpretar o script
English term 'script' commonly used alongside Portuguese
São Paulo
interpretar um roteiro
Standard usage in theatrical and film industry
Portugal
interpretar um guião
Portuguese variant uses 'guião' instead of 'roteiro'

Related Idioms & Phrases

bring a character to life
bring the script to life
make sense of the material
own the role
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