Meaning of the word "read aloud" in English

What does "read aloud" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

read aloud

US /riːd əˈlaʊd/
UK /riːd əˈlaʊd/

Phrasal Verb

to speak the words of a text so that they can be heard by others

Example:
Can you read aloud the instructions for everyone?
The teacher asked the students to read aloud from their textbooks.