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    L'écrivain (en. The writer)

    /le.kʁi.vɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person who composes written works.
    The writer has published a new novel.
    L'écrivain a publié un nouveau roman.
    Author of books, articles, or essays.
    This writer is recognized for their social analyses.
    Cet écrivain est reconnu pour ses analyses sociales.
    A professional in literature.
    The writer was awarded the Goncourt prize.
    L'écrivain a été récompensé par le prix Goncourt.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'escrivent', derived from the verb 'écrire'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    budding writer
    An amateur or beginner writer.
    écrivain en herbe
    the committed writer
    A writer who expresses themselves on political or social issues.
    l'écrivain engagé

    Related Words

    writing
    The action of drafting texts.
    écriture
    novel
    A fictional narrative in prose.
    roman
    literature
    The collection of written works.
    littérature

    Slang Meanings

    Pen
    He writes with his pen whenever he has a moment.
    Il écrit avec sa plume dès qu'il a un moment.
    Bard
    This writer is a true bard of our time.
    Cet écrivain est un vrai bard de notre époque.