Read (one) loud and clear In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "read (one) loud and clear", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-08-08 10:08

Meaning of Read (one) loud and clear

Read (one) loud and clear expression phrase

If you read someone loud and clear, you mean that you can hear and understand the message sent by them from the telephone or radio clearly.

 

Yes, if he moves, I will have to fire. I read you loud and clear.

A: This is a distress call transmitted from Ship 014. We need your help! Do you read me? B: I'm reading you loud and clear. What are your current coordinates?

If you read someone loud and clear, you mean that you understand clearly what one is trying to tell you.

I read you loud and clear, mom. First, add sugar and then drop a pinch of salt.

A: If you don't work hard, you won't get your salary this month. Do you get it? B: Yes. I read you loud and clear.

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Be able to understand one's behaviour or character

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To try to imagine how would you feel if you were in someone's else situation

familiarize (someone or oneself) with (something)

Used to describe starting to understand or learn about something.

 

under no illusions
To understand the truth of a situation 

Grammar and Usage of Read (one) loud and clear

Verb Forms

  • reading (one) loud and clear

The verb "read" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Read (one) loud and clear

This expression used in the military during World War II to state that one understands radio messages.

The Origin Cited: The free dictionary .
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