Pronunciation: /ˈriːdɪŋ/
noun the action or skill of reading written or printed matter silently or aloud
A1 I enjoy reading children's books.
A2 She is reading a novel by her favorite author.
B1 Reading is a great way to improve your vocabulary.
B2 The book club members are reading a classic novel this month.
C1 His love for reading led him to pursue a career in literature.
C2 She spends hours reading academic journals to stay updated in her field.
verb present participle of read, which means to look at and comprehend the meaning of (written or printed matter) by interpreting the characters or symbols of which it is composed
A1 I enjoy reading simple children's books.
A2 She is reading a magazine at the moment.
B1 Reading novels helps improve my vocabulary.
B2 I have been reading scientific articles to prepare for my presentation.
C1 Reading academic papers requires a high level of concentration.
C2 She spends hours reading philosophical texts to deepen her understanding.
formal Reading is an essential skill for academic success.
informal I love reading books in my free time.
slang I'm just chilling and reading a good novel.
figurative Reading between the lines, it's clear that there is a hidden message in the text.
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