ichidan verb, intransitive verb
can read; legible; decipherable
Describes the ability to read or the state of being readable, often used for text, handwriting, or codes.
この字は小さすぎて読めない。
This handwriting is too small to read.
暗号が読める人は少ない。
Few people can decipher the code.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
reads well; readable (quality)
Used for the quality of a text: it is well-written, easy to read, or enjoyable to read.
この小説はとても読める。
This novel reads very well.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
understand; perceive; see through
Figurative use: to read a situation, someone's feelings, or hidden intentions.
彼の表情から本心が読める。
I can read his true feelings from his expression.
相手の手の内を読めるようになりたい。
I want to be able to read my opponent's moves.