French translation of bard is 
bard

Meaning of "bard" in English

A "bard" is traditionally a poet and storyteller, particularly from ancient times, known for composing and reciting verses about the heroic deeds and historical great events of their culture. These individuals were highly respected in societies such as the Celtic and Anglo-Saxon communities, where their role was not only to entertain but to preserve and disseminate cultural heritage and history. In contemporary contexts, "bard" can also refer more loosely to a poetic figure, most famously associated with William Shakespeare, often called the Bard of Avon due to his significant contribution to literature.

Meaning of "bard" in French

In French, "bard" is a term most commonly associated with its historical or poetic sense, directly borrowed from English. It refers to a poet or a composer of music, especially those involved in traditional storytelling or lyrical poetry. Historically, the term might bring to mind a "troubadour," a medieval poet who performed songs with lyrical tales. Although not as commonly used in everyday language, when employed in French, it often relates to discussions of literature and history, especially those concerning famed literary figures or the romantic ideal of the wandering musician.

Pronunciation of "bard" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /bɑːrd/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, the pronunciation is often clear and straightforward, adhering closely to the phonetic spelling. In British English, the "r" may be slightly softer, but variations are minimal given the word's brief and distinct sounds.

Pronunciation of "bard" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /baʁd/

Pronunciation Variations: The "r" in French is pronounced at the back of the throat, typical of French phonetics. Variations may slightly occur based on regional accents, with some speakers pronouncing the "d" more softly or with a lighter touch, but generally, the pronunciation remains consistent across French-speaking areas.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The bard recited a tale of an ancient hero. (Le barde a récité une légende d'un ancien héros.)
2. Shakespeare is often referred to as the greatest bard. (Shakespeare est souvent considéré comme le plus grand barde.)
3. Many bards traveled from town to town, sharing stories. (Beaucoup de bardes voyageaient de ville en ville pour raconter des histoires.)
4. The festival featured a renowned Welsh bard. (Le festival a accueilli un célèbre barde gallois.)
5. As a bard, he had the unique ability to captivate his audience. (En tant que barde, il avait une capacité unique de captiver son audience.)
6. He admired the ancient bards for their storytelling prowess. (Il admirait les anciens bardes pour leur talent de conteurs.)
7. The bard's songs were filled with tales of love and adventure. (Les chansons du barde étaient remplies d'histoires d'amour et d'aventure.)
8. Her dream was to become a modern-day bard. (Son rêve était de devenir un barde contemporain.)
9. The legend was kept alive by generations of bards. (La légende a été préservée par des générations de bardes.)
10. He was hailed as a bard in his community for his poetic skill. (Il était salué comme barde dans sa communauté pour son talent poétique.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bard" in English

Synonyms: poet, minstrel, troubadour, versifier, lyricist, storyteller, balladeer, rhapsodist, poetaster, scribe.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: singer, performer, artist, muse, laureate, dramatist, author, composer, cantor, chantress.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bard" in French

Synonyms: poète, trouvère, ménestrel, rapsode, auteur, chanteur, compositeur, conteur, écrivain, traducteur.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: barde (hist.), chansonnier, troubadour, récitant, versificateur, chanteuse, musicien, dramaturge, écrivain, historien.

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