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The movie began with narration that explained the setting.
What does Narration mean?
Narration is storytelling or spoken explanation.
Dictionary definition
The act of telling a story or explaining events, usually by a narrator.
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Her narration helped the audience follow the events in the play.
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Good narration can reveal important details without stopping the story.
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Storytelling is close in meaning to narration.
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WordNarration.
Partnoun.
MeaningNarration is storytelling or spoken explanation.
ExampleExample: The movie began with narration that explained the setting.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- nair · ay · shun
- Strongest beat
- ay
- Ending
- shun
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ay.
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Synonyms
Words like Narration
storytellingUse for telling a story aloud or in writing.
descriptionUse when words explain what is happening.
commentaryUse for spoken explanation during an event or performance.
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