narration
6 synonyms for narration, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of telling or recounting a story or sequence of events.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use narration
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
voice-over narration
first-person narration
Etymology
From Old French narracion, from Latin narratio, built on the verb "to narrate".
Full origin of narration →Frequently asked questions
What does “narration” mean?
The word “narration” means the act of telling or recounting a story or sequence of events. In plain terms, the telling of a story, or the voice-over/text that tells it.
How do you pronounce “narration”?
“Narration” is pronounced nuh-RAY-shuhn (/ˌnæɹˈeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “narration” in a sentence?
Here is “narration” used in a sentence: “The film relies heavily on narration to explain the backstory.”
What is another word for “narration”?
Words with a similar meaning to “narration” include relation.
What part of speech is “narration”?
“Narration” is a noun.
Where does the word “narration” come from?
The word “narration” comes from Latin. From Old French narracion, from Latin narratio, built on the verb "to narrate".
Is “narration” a common word?
“Narration” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “narration” have?
“Narration” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of telling or recounting a story or sequence of events.
