Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

read between the lines

idiom

/riːd bɪˈtwiːn ðə laɪnz/

Definition

To understand the hidden or implicit meaning of something.

Examples

When she spoke about her job, I could read between the lines and tell that she was unhappy.
The teacher encouraged us to read between the lines of the novel for a deeper understanding.

Meaning

This phrase refers to the ability to decipher the underlying message or implications in a statement or situation, especially when it is not directly expressed.