French translation of narrator is 
narrateur

Meaning of "narrator" in English

A "narrator" is an individual who tells the story in literature or film. This person conveys the plot to the audience, offering insights into the characters and setting. Narrators can be characters within the story, referred to as first-person narrators, or external voices describing events in the third person. They play a crucial role in storytelling, influencing how the story is perceived and understood by providing context and perspective.

Meaning of "narrateur" in French

In French, a "narrateur" refers to the voice that recounts a story or a specific incident within a literary work or film. This figure can be part of the storyline or an external observer narrating the events. The "narrateur" is essential for guiding the audience through the narrative, offering descriptions of events, settings, and characters that enrich the storytelling experience.

Pronunciation of "narrator" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈnær.eɪ.tər/

Pronunciation Variations: In British English, it's often pronounced as /ˈnær.ə.tə/ while in American English, the 't' may sound more like a 'd,' resulting in /ˈnær.eɪ.dɚ/.

Pronunciation of "narrateur" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /na.ʁa.tœʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains fairly consistent across French-speaking regions, though there might be subtle differences in the articulation of 'r' based on local accents.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The narrator took us on a journey through time. - (Le narrateur nous a emmenés dans un voyage à travers le temps.)
2. She is an unreliable narrator in the story. - (Elle est une narratrice peu fiable dans l'histoire.)
3. The narrator spoke in a soothing voice. - (Le narrateur parlait d'une voix apaisante.)
4. As the narrator, he described the events vividly. - (En tant que narrateur, il a décrit les événements de manière vivante.)
5. The narrator's perspective changed the story's meaning. - (La perspective du narrateur a changé le sens de l'histoire.)
6. He played the role of the narrator in the play. - (Il a joué le rôle du narrateur dans la pièce.)
7. The narrator hints at the story's outcome. - (Le narrateur laisse entrevoir le dénouement de l'histoire.)
8. The narrator’s commentary was insightful. - (Le commentaire du narrateur était perspicace.)
9. Her voice as the narrator was captivating. - (Sa voix en tant que narratrice était captivante.)
10. The narrator revealed the hidden truths. - (Le narrateur a révélé les vérités cachées.)

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

Synonyms: storyteller, commentator, recounter, spokesperson, chronicler, teller, speaker, narrator, player, voice.

Antonyms: listener, audience, spectator, reader, observer, spectator.

Similar Words: author, raconteur, reporter, scribe, biographer, editor, presenter, announcer.

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

Synonyms: conteur, chroniqueur, rapporteur, orateur, récitant, raconteur, commentateur.

Antonyms: auditeur, observateur, spectateur, lecteur, témoin.

Similar Words: auteur, interprète, présentateur, correspondant, biographe, éditorialiste.

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