- present tense form of translate (3rd person singular).
translates
Example Sentences
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In theory, this translates to more time with your doctor.
From Slate ● Aug. 22, 2026
Yet a decline in birth rates also translates to an ageing population across the Maghreb.
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
For Roger Federer, who is reported to own about 3% of the company, that move translates into a roughly $50 million decline in the value of his holdings.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
“That’s why he translates so well to fans of every age.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
Brother Quang translates into a microphone, his voice sad and slow.
From "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhha Lai
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