narrar
“narrar” means “to narrate” in Spanish (telling a story or recounting events).
to narrate
Also: to tell, to commentate
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Mi abuelo siempre narra historias de su infancia.
A2My grandfather always tells stories from his childhood.
El periodista narró los hechos del accidente con mucha precisión.
B1The journalist recounted the facts of the accident with great precision.
Es difícil narrar un partido de fútbol con tanta rapidez.
B2It is difficult to commentate on a soccer match with such speed.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Which verb is better for telling a casual joke to a friend?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'narrare', which means to tell or make known.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'narrar' common in daily conversation?
Not really. It is perfectly understood, but 'contar' is used 90% of the time in casual speech.
Can I use 'narrar' for writing a book?
Yes! It is the most appropriate word to describe the act of writing a story or novel.
What is the difference between 'narrar' and 'relatar'?
They are very similar synonyms. 'Relatar' is often used for reports or factual accounts, while 'narrar' leans slightly more toward stories or events.