"to interpret" or "to translate."The word hermeneutics comes from the Ancient Greek word ἑρμηνευτική (hermēneutikḗ), which is related to ἑρμηνεύω (hermēneuō), meaning "to interpret" or "to translate." It is often associated with Hermes, the Greek god of communication and messages.In a broader sense, hermeneutics refers to the art and science of interpretation, especially in relation to texts, language, and meaning. It is commonly used in philosophy, theology, and literary studies to analyze and explain meanings within written works.