interpretation of vs interpretation on

Both 'interpretation of' and 'interpretation on' are commonly used phrases in English, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Interpretation of' is more widely used and generally refers to the act of explaining or understanding the meaning of something. On the other hand, 'interpretation on' is less common and may be used in specific contexts where 'on' is more appropriate than 'of'.

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interpretation of

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate the act of explaining or understanding the meaning of something.

Examples:

His interpretation of the novel was insightful.
The artist's interpretation of the painting was unique.

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Her interpretation of Plato's Symposium in particular drew considerable attention.
See also interpretation of paragraph 6.2.4.
We expect a clear interpretation of flexibility in early 2015.
This is my interpretation of the Battle of HarOs.
But our interpretation of these values is not always identical.
I'd like to get your interpretation of Hamlet's character.
This interpretation of Polish law was rejected by Poland.
It can validate your interpretation of the ancient text.
THRUSH: Your Lordship, that is a strange interpretation of the law.
[Man] An interpretation of great elegance.
But we must not manufacture our interpretation of the law to erode constitutional authority.
That interpretation of Bebel's speech would be embarrassing for our French friends.
The interpretation of visions and metaphysical experiences are almost always culturally derived.
A bunch of music wonks who want to talk about my interpretation of Chopin.
I wanted my artistic statement, my interpretation of reality.
The same weapons are used by The Batman's interpretation of Robin.
The Antenor Kore (Acropolis 681) could be considered an interpretation of this theme by its creator.
The British and French governments could not reach a consensus on the interpretation of the plebiscite.
Appointed consultant to the Committee on the interpretation of CIC, Eugenio Corecco holds conferences around the world.
Where we disagree is on the interpretation of these facts.

Alternatives:

analysis of
explanation of
understanding of
reading of
assessment of

interpretation on

This phrase is correct but less commonly used than 'interpretation of'. It may be used in specific contexts where 'on' is more appropriate.

This phrase can be used in contexts where 'on' is more suitable than 'of', such as when discussing a specific aspect or angle of interpretation.

Examples:

Let's discuss your interpretation on the symbolism in the poem.
She provided her interpretation on the historical events.

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Such interpretation on conciseness and essentiality of footnotes is confirmed by U.S. standards as well.
Contains interpretation on the most part of treatises of the Talmud with extraction from different talmudical comments, only thanks to it remained.
Mrs Green, I agree, but I cannot give an interpretation on a very sensitive matter contrary to what was decided.
We must now look at the negotiations with the Council to resolve a few differences of interpretation on several points.
The BVerwG based its interpretation on the Court of Justice ruling in Stadtreinigung Hamburg [58].
Once the book seller brought the announcement of the publisher from Slavuta 2o the forthcoming magnificent edition of the Talmud with all interpretation on very good paper and the fine press.
It accused: behavior of the government upward clergy, for too much wide, tolerant interpretation on the law of the guarentigie ... that it reserves him to move interpellation on the relationships between State and church.
As you are aware, the matter has been the subject of much debate, and now we have an interpretation on the basis of the Rules of Procedure and the principles governing our work.
We've already made this work of interpretation on the nature of societies throughout thousands of years, when, for instance, we dealt with urbanism and architecture in the numbers 8 and 9 of our review.
A clear example of the press putting its own interpretation on the facts.
English guitarist Jeff Beck performs his interpretation on his 2010 album, Emotion & Commotion.
It seems the Commission has reinforced this interpretation on a number of occasions.
We have also asked the WTO General Council to give an authoritative interpretation on this question.
Research shows that the Commission is placing a very restrictive interpretation on this rule.
This illustrates the importance of basing requests for interpretation on real needs.
This data also offers the advantage of being able to provide an evolutionary interpretation on current survey results.
The Master's followers always persisted in placing their own interpretation on all such coincidental occurrences.
The Spider Clan was formed by Daigotsu out of Shadowland tainted Samurai, Blood Speakers and Monks that followed his interpretation on the Tao.
But the Monroe County P.D. needs a spatter interpretation on a bar fight and their blood guy's in the Bahamas.
Pian delle Vigne is the personal and profound interpretation on the part of Marchesi Antinori of a traditional prestigious wine such as Brunello di Montalcino.

Alternatives:

perspective on
view on
take on
opinion on
angle on

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