decode

verb
UK: /diːˈkəʊd/
US: /diːˈkoʊd/

  1. To change secret messages into a normal language that you can understand.

    1. I need to decode this message to know where to go.
    2. She used a special program to decode the encrypted files quickly.

  2. To discover the underlying meaning of something complex or difficult to understand.

    1. Kids can decode simple words and sentences.
    2. Experts tried to decode the ancient symbols found on the temple walls.

Synonyms

understand interpret solve translate decrypt
decode adjective

  1. Having the ability or function to convert encoded data into a readable format.

    1. This software has decode features for any file.
    2. The decode algorithm is complex, ensuring a high level of security.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "decode" in English means: To change secret messages into a normal language that you can understand., To discover the underlying meaning of something complex or difficult to understand..

The phonetic transcription of "decode" is /diːˈkəʊd/ in British English and /diːˈkoʊd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "decode": understand, interpret, solve, translate, decrypt.

Example usage of "decode": "I need to decode this message to know where to go.". More examples on the page.