godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
read and understand; take in (meaning)
Focuses on comprehending written content, not just decoding characters. Often used for grasping nuance, intention, or deeper meaning from text.
この文章から筆者の意図を読み取るのは難しい。
It's difficult to read the author's intention from this passage.
彼
He read her true feelings between the lines of the letter.
godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
sense from cues; read (someone's) mind
Used for inferring unspoken thoughts, emotions, or situations from subtle signs, expressions, or atmosphere.
彼女の表情から不安を読み取った。
I sensed her anxiety from her expression.
相手の考えを読み取るのが上手な人だ。
He's good at reading other people's thoughts.
godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
read (a gauge, barcode, etc.); scan
Technical or mechanical reading: obtaining data from instruments, meters, barcodes, or storage media.
バーコードを読み取って商品情報を表示する。
It scans the barcode and displays the product information.
温度計の目盛りを正確に読み取ってください。
Please read the thermometer scale accurately.