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author in French

author in French is auteur, autrice, auteure — author means a person who writes a book, article, or other original work.

author in French

auteur
noun
The originator or creator of a work, especially of a literary composition; or, one of the creators of a collaborative work.
autrice
noun
The originator or creator of a work, especially of a literary composition; or, one of the creators of a collaborative work.
auteure
noun
The originator or creator of a work, especially of a literary composition; or, one of the creators of a collaborative work.
créer
verb
(chiefly, US, sometimes, proscribed) To create a work as its author.
écrire
verb
(chiefly, US, sometimes, proscribed) To create a work as its author.

What does "author" mean?

  1. noun A person who writes a book, article, or other original work.
    "The author signed copies of her new novel at the bookshop."
  2. verb To write or create a piece of work.
    "She authored a report on climate policy for the government."
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author in a sentence

  • The author signed copies of her new novel at the bookshop.
  • He's the author of several bestselling thrillers.
  • She authored a report on climate policy for the government.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "author" in French?

"author" in French is auteur, autrice, auteure. author means: A person who writes a book, article, or other original work.

How do you use "author" in a sentence?

Example: "The author signed copies of her new novel at the bookshop." In French, "author" is auteur, autrice, auteure.

Are there other ways to say "author" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "author": auteur, autrice, auteure, créer, écrire.

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