narración
“narración” means “narration” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
narration
Also: storytelling
📝 In Action
La narración del locutor fue muy emocionante.
A2The announcer's narration was very exciting.
Me gusta la narración oral de leyendas antiguas.
B1I like the oral storytelling of ancient legends.
El autor utiliza una técnica de narración muy original.
B2The author uses a very original storytelling technique.
narrative
Also: account
📝 In Action
Su narración de los hechos fue aceptada por el juez.
B2His account of the events was accepted by the judge.
La novela tiene una narración compleja y fragmentada.
C1The novel has a complex and fragmented narrative.
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Words that translate to "narración" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: narración
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'The narration'?
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From the Latin 'narratio', which comes from 'narrare' (to tell or make known).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'narración' only used for books?
No, it can be used for movies, sports commentary, oral stories, or even a legal account of events.
How do you say 'first-person narrative' in Spanish?
You would say 'narración en primera persona'.
Can I use 'narración' to mean a 'short story'?
While it describes the act of telling the story, the actual short story itself is usually called a 'cuento' or 'relato'.