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screenwriter

[ ˈskriːnˌraɪ.tər ]

Noun

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profession

A screenwriter is a writer who creates scripts for films or television shows. They are responsible for developing the story, characters, dialogue, and overall structure of the screenplay.

Synonyms

screenplay writer, scriptwriter.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
screenwriter	Commonly used in the film industry to refer to someone who writes scripts for movies or television shows. The screenwriter received an award for her outstanding work on the film. He became a successful screenwriter after winning several competitions.
scriptwriter	Another common term used interchangeably with 'screenwriter', it can also refer to someone who writes scripts for other forms of media like radio or theater. The scriptwriter was known for her fast-paced and witty dialogue. As a scriptwriter, he has worked on many popular TV shows.
screenplay writer	Less commonly used and more formal way to refer to someone who writes screenplays. It's understood but not as frequently heard. The screenplay writer spent several months perfecting the dialogue. She built a reputation as a talented screenplay writer.

Word

Description / Examples

screenwriter

Commonly used in the film industry to refer to someone who writes scripts for movies or television shows.

The screenwriter received an award for her outstanding work on the film.
He became a successful screenwriter after winning several competitions.

scriptwriter

Another common term used interchangeably with 'screenwriter', it can also refer to someone who writes scripts for other forms of media like radio or theater.

The scriptwriter was known for her fast-paced and witty dialogue.
As a scriptwriter, he has worked on many popular TV shows.

screenplay writer

Less commonly used and more formal way to refer to someone who writes screenplays. It's understood but not as frequently heard.

The screenplay writer spent several months perfecting the dialogue.
She built a reputation as a talented screenplay writer.

Examples of usage

Many aspiring screenwriters move to Hollywood to pursue their dream of writing for the big screen.
The screenwriter spent months researching the historical events that would serve as the basis for the script.

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job title

In the film industry, a screenwriter is often hired to adapt existing works into screenplays or to come up with original stories for movies.

Synonyms

screenplay writer, scriptwriter.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
screenwriter	Typically used in professional or industry-focused settings to describe someone who writes scripts for film or television. She's an accomplished screenwriter known for her captivating thrillers. After years of dedication, he finally became a screenwriter for Hollywood movies.
scriptwriter	Often used to describe someone who writes scripts for various types of media, including film, television, radio, and theater. It can also be used more generally or informally. The scriptwriter had to revise the dialogue multiple times. As a scriptwriter, she has a knack for creating memorable character interactions.
screenplay writer	Can be used interchangeably with 'screenwriter,' but often emphasizes the creation of the actual written screenplay rather than the profession. The screenplay writer worked tirelessly on the new blockbuster. His dream is to one day be a renowned screenplay writer.

Word

Description / Examples

screenwriter

Typically used in professional or industry-focused settings to describe someone who writes scripts for film or television.

She's an accomplished screenwriter known for her captivating thrillers.
After years of dedication, he finally became a screenwriter for Hollywood movies.

scriptwriter

Often used to describe someone who writes scripts for various types of media, including film, television, radio, and theater. It can also be used more generally or informally.

The scriptwriter had to revise the dialogue multiple times.
As a scriptwriter, she has a knack for creating memorable character interactions.

screenplay writer

Can be used interchangeably with 'screenwriter,' but often emphasizes the creation of the actual written screenplay rather than the profession.

The screenplay writer worked tirelessly on the new blockbuster.
His dream is to one day be a renowned screenplay writer.

Examples of usage

The screenwriter won an award for the screenplay adaptation of the bestselling novel.
The screenwriter collaborated with the director to bring the vision of the film to life.

Translations

Translations of the word "screenwriter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 roteirista

🇮🇳 पटकथा लेखक

🇩🇪 Drehbuchautor

🇮🇩 penulis skenario

🇺🇦 сценарист

🇵🇱 scenarzysta

🇯🇵 脚本家 (きゃくほんか)

🇫🇷 scénariste

🇪🇸 guionista

🇹🇷 senarist

🇰🇷 각본가 (gakbonga)

🇸🇦 كاتب السيناريو

🇨🇿 scenárista

🇸🇰 scenárista

🇨🇳 编剧 (biānjù)

🇸🇮 scenarist

🇮🇸 handritshöfundur

🇰🇿 сценарист

🇬🇪 სცენარისტი

🇦🇿 ssenarist

🇲🇽 guionista

Etymology

The term 'screenwriter' dates back to the early 20th century when the film industry was rapidly expanding. As movies became a popular form of entertainment, the need for talented writers to create engaging scripts grew. Screenwriters play a crucial role in shaping the narrative of films and television shows, often working closely with directors and producers to bring stories to life on screen.