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Retold: meaning, definitions and examples

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retold

 

[ riːˈtoʊld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Retold is the simple past tense of the verb 'retell,' which means to tell a story or information again. It implies that something has been narrated or shared anew, often with the intention of clarification or emphasis.

Synonyms

recounted, reinterpreted, rephrased

Examples of usage

  • She retold the story to her friends.
  • The teacher retold the fable with a modern twist.
  • He retold the events of the day for the news report.

Translations

Translations of the word "retold" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recontado

🇮🇳 फिर से बताया गया

🇩🇪 neu erzählt

🇮🇩 diceritakan kembali

🇺🇦 повторно розказаний

🇵🇱 opowiedziano na nowo

🇯🇵 再話された

🇫🇷 raconter à nouveau

🇪🇸 recontado

🇹🇷 tekrar anlatılan

🇰🇷 다시 이야기된

🇸🇦 أعيد سردها

🇨🇿 převyprávěný

🇸🇰 znovu rozprávaný

🇨🇳 重讲的

🇸🇮 ponovno pripovedovan

🇮🇸 endurrita

🇰🇿 қайта айтылған

🇬🇪 მეორე მოჰყვა

🇦🇿 təkrar danışılmış

🇲🇽 recontado

Word origin

The word 'retold' comes from the combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'tell,' which originates from Old English 'tellan,' meaning 'to count, relate, or recount.' The evolution of 'tell' can be traced back through various Germanic languages, reflecting the Old High German 'zellen' and the Old Norse 'telja.' The use of 're-' as a prefix in English signifies repetition or action being done again, which fits with the concept of retelling a story. The first known uses of 'retell' appeared in written English in the late 19th century, emphasizing its role in oral tradition and storytelling. Over time, 'retold' has become integral in various narratives, symbolizing the sharing of experiences and preserving cultural tales across generations.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,197, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.