Definition

The study of how stories are structured and how they affect the way we understand them.

Example

Narratology helps us analyze the different elements that make up a story.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of narratology?

Yeah, it's the study of how stories are structured, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how it analyzes different narrative techniques.

Me too! It really deepens our understanding of storytelling.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Narratology → It is formed from "narratio" (from Latin, meaning narration or storytelling) and "-logy" (from Greek "logia", meaning the study of). The word narratology refers to the study of narrative and storytelling structures.

Memory Tip

Think of 'narration' as the act of telling a story, and '-logy' means the study of something. So, narratology is the study of how stories are told.

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