The meaning of paraphrase

Answer 1

A restatement of a text or passage in another form or other words, often to clarify meaning. For example. If the question was: Why was Kerlin running on the high hill? You will paraphrase (Restate the question) as: Kerlin was running on the high hill because.....

Answer 2

To paraphrase a passage or statement means to say it in your own words. Paraphrase IS NOT the same as summary! A summary condenses the passage, leaves out details, and produces a kind of synopsis. Paraphrase essentially translates the passage sentence by sentence into your own words. A paraphrase is often longer than the original passage because you sometimes state explicity what is only implied in the original.

Answer 3

Paraphrasing is the act of rewording or restating someone else's ideas or information in your own words, while maintaining the original meaning. It is a way to express information in a clearer or more concise manner without directly quoting the original source.

Answer 4

A restatement of a text in another form or other words, usually to clarify meaning.

Answer 5

To translate freely

Answer 6

digest