The difference between Interpreter and Tour guide
When used as nouns, interpreter means one who listens to a speaker in one language and relates that utterance to the audience in a different language. contrasted with translator, whereas tour guide means a person who provides assistance and information to people on organised tours.
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Interpreter as a noun (translation studies):
One who listens to a speaker in one language and relates that utterance to the audience in a different language. Contrasted with translator.
Examples:
"A Japanese man who is tried before a German court is assisted by an interpreter in making oral statements."
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Interpreter as a noun (figuratively):
One who explains something, such as an art exhibit. One who does heritage interpretation.
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Interpreter as a noun (computing):
A program which executes another program written in a programming language other than machine code.
Examples:
"Programs written in the BASIC language are usually run through an interpreter, though some can be compiled."
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Tour guide as a noun:
A person who provides assistance and information to people on organised tours.