retell

Meanings

• verb

  to tell a story again, often with new or different details

• verb

  to repeat or narrate (something that has already been told)

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with retell
tell , bell , well , shell

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Variants

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retell , retelling , retells , retold

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Etymology

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From Old North French 'reteller' meaning 'to tell again'.

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Trivia

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1. Retellings of classic stories have been popular throughout history, with famous examples including Chaucer's 'Canterbury Tales' and Shakespeare's plays.

2. Retelling a story can lead to new insights and discoveries, as different perspectives and interpretations are brought to light.

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Related Concepts

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1. folktale: A traditional story passed down through generations, often with various retellings and adaptations.

2. mythology: A collection of stories about gods, heroes, and other supernatural beings, often retold over centuries.

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Culture

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Retelling stories is a common practice in many cultures, used to preserve oral traditions, pass down history and folklore, and entertain audiences. Retellings can be found in various forms, such as oral storytelling, written literature, and performance art.

How to Memorize "retell"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of retelling a story, imagine yourself sitting around a campfire with friends and family, sharing a tale.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'retell' with the image of a storybook or a story being told in a cozy setting.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'R-E-TELL' to remember the meaning: Repeat, Explain, Tell.

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