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narrating

/ˈnær.eɪ.tɪŋ/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.verb

The act of giving a spoken or written account of a story, event, or sequence of occurrences.

Example Sentences:
  • She spent the evening narrating the history of her family to her grandchildren.
  • The documentary was praised for the calm, authoritative voice narrating the footage.
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English Synonyms & Near Equivalents

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Comprehensive Thesaurus Breakdown

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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'narratus', the past participle of 'narrare' (to relate, tell, or make known), which itself stems from 'gnarus' (knowing or acquainted with). It shares a root with the word 'gnosis' (knowledge).

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a 'narrator' who is 'nearing' the end of a story while they are narrating it.

Frequently Asked Questions About “narrating

1. What is the meaning of “narrating” in English?

In English, narrating (verb) is defined as: “The act of giving a spoken or written account of a story, event, or sequence of occurrences.”.

2. How do you use “narrating” in a sentence?

She spent the evening narrating the history of her family to her grandchildren.

3. What are English synonyms of “narrating”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “narrating”?

Derived from the Latin 'narratus', the past participle of 'narrare' (to relate, tell, or make known), which itself stems from 'gnarus' (knowing or acquainted with). It shares a root with the word 'gnosis' (knowledge).