語る
kataru
Translations
1.
to talk
2.
to tell
3.
to narrate
Notes
The verb '語る' is often used in contexts where someone is sharing stories, experiences, or information. It is more formal than '話す' (hanasu), which simply means 'to speak' or 'to talk'. '語る' can imply a more narrative or descriptive style of speaking.
Tags
#communication
#storytelling
#speech
Examples
彼は自分の経験を語った。
Kare wa jibun no keiken o katatta.
He talked about his experiences.
その物語を語るのは難しい。
Sono monogatari o kataru no wa muzukashii.
It's difficult to tell that story.
彼女は夢を語るのが好きだ。
Kanojo wa yume o kataru no ga suki da.
She likes to narrate her dreams.