French translation of hagiographer is 
hagiographe

Meaning of "hagiographer" in English

A hagiographer is a writer who specializes in hagiography, the study, and writing of the lives of saints or ecclesiastical leaders. The term conveys a sense of idealized portrayal, often emphasizing the virtues and exemplary qualities of the historical figures being described. This term is most commonly associated with religious contexts but can also be applied metaphorically to refer to any overly admiring or idealized biography. Hagiographers often work to inspire faith and devotion among readers through their works.

Meaning of "hagiographe" in French

In French, "hagiographe" refers to a writer who composes hagiographies, or biographies of saints and other revered religious figures. The role of a hagiographe is to illustrate the virtuous lives of these individuals, often highlighting their piety, miracles, and devotion to faith. While primarily associated with religious literature, the word can also be used figuratively to describe a biographer whose work is overly admiring or idealized. In both languages, the term carries a connotation of veneration and admiration.

Pronunciation of "hagiographer" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˌhæɡiˈɒɡrəfər/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "hagiographer" remains fairly consistent across various English-speaking regions, though slight variations may occur with stress or vowel pronunciation, such as different accents emphasizing either the 'a' in "hagio" or the 'o' in "ographer."

Pronunciation of "hagiographe" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /aɡjɔɡʁaf/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation of "hagiographe" generally remains stable across different regions. However, accents may subtly influence the articulation of the 'h' at the beginning, which is typically silent, and the nasal sounds at the end of the word.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The hagiographer spent years researching the saint's life. (L'hagiographe a passé des années à rechercher la vie du saint.)
2. Her role as a hagiographer brought her great respect within the community. (Son rôle de hagiographe lui a valu un grand respect au sein de la communauté.)
3. The hagiographer's work was critiqued for its lack of historical accuracy. (Le travail de l'hagiographe a été critiqué pour son manque de précision historique.)
4. He became the most noted hagiographer of his time. (Il est devenu l'hagiographe le plus connu de son temps.)
5. The hagiographer's account was deeply inspiring to the faithful. (Le récit de l'hagiographe a profondément inspiré les fidèles.)
6. Her book reveals the challenges faced by a modern hagiographer. (Son livre révèle les défis auxquels est confronté un hagiographe moderne.)
7. The hagiographer carefully documented each miracle attributed to the saint. (L'hagiographe a soigneusement documenté chaque miracle attribué au saint.)
8. Many historians consider the hagiographer's works to be more myth than fact. (De nombreux historiens considèrent les œuvres de l'hagiographe comme relevant davantage du mythe que des faits.)
9. The hagiographer intended to uplift the readers with tales of virtue. (L'hagiographe avait l'intention d'élever les lecteurs avec des récits de vertu.)
10. As a hagiographer, he was dedicated to preserving the legacy of religious figures. (En tant qu'hagiographe, il était dédié à préserver l'héritage des figures religieuses.)

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

Synonyms: biographer, chronicler, narrator, historian, scribe.

Antonyms: critic, detractor.

Similar Words: writer, author, documentarian, storyteller.

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

Synonyms: biographe, chroniqueur, narrateur, historien, écrivain.

Antonyms: critique, détracteur.

Similar Words: auteur, écrivain, scribe, conteur.

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