Ces 50 termes sont indispensables pour comprendre, analyser et parler des romans en anglais. Apprenez-les avant de commencer votre lecture.
| Terme anglais | Traduction | Exemple d'utilisation |
|---|---|---|
| plot | intrigue, trame narrative | "The plot thickens in chapter 8." |
| subplot | intrigue secondaire | "The love subplot adds depth to the story." |
| narrative arc | arc narratif | "The hero's narrative arc is classic." |
| cliffhanger | fin suspensive de chapitre | "Each chapter ends on a cliffhanger." |
| foreshadowing | presage, annonce | "The dark imagery foreshadows the tragedy." |
| flashback | retour en arriere | "A flashback reveals his childhood." |
| in medias res | commencer au milieu de l'action | "The novel starts in medias res." |
| epilogue | epilogue | "The epilogue resolves the final mysteries." |
| prologue | prologue | "The prologue sets the scene perfectly." |
| twist | rebondissement inattendu | "The twist at the end is shocking." |
| Terme anglais | Traduction | Exemple d'utilisation |
|---|---|---|
| protagonist | protagoniste, heros principal | "The protagonist faces impossible choices." |
| antagonist | antagoniste, adversaire | "The antagonist is more complex than expected." |
| character development | evolution du personnage | "Her character development is subtle." |
| reliable narrator | narrateur fiable | "Is the narrator reliable? Readers doubt him." |
| round character | personnage complexe, nuance | "Elizabeth Bennet is a round character." |
| flat character | personnage unidimensionnel | "The villain is a flat character." |
| foil | personnage repoussoir (contraste) | "Watson is Holmes' foil." |
| anti-hero | anti-heros | "Walter White is the ultimate anti-hero." |
| villain | mechant, antagoniste | "The villain is menacing from page one." |
| supporting character | personnage secondaire | "Even supporting characters feel real." |
| Terme anglais | Traduction | Exemple d'utilisation |
|---|---|---|
| imagery | images, figures de style | "Fitzgerald's imagery of the green light is iconic." |
| metaphor | metaphore | "She uses metaphor to describe grief." |
| simile | comparaison (avec 'like' ou 'as') | "He ran like the wind — a classic simile." |
| stream of consciousness | flux de conscience | "Woolf's stream of consciousness immerses you." |
| irony | ironie | "The irony is not lost on the reader." |
| symbolism | symbolisme | "The symbolism of the green light is powerful." |
| setting | cadre, decor, epoque | "The gothic setting adds mystery." |
| tone | ton (du recit) | "The tone is melancholy throughout." |
| mood | ambiance, atmosphere | "The mood shifts after the revelation." |
| theme | theme (central) | "Identity is the main theme of this novel." |
| Expression | Traduction | Contexte |
|---|---|---|
| couldn't put it down | ne pouvait pas s'arreter de lire | "I couldn't put it down — read it in one night." |
| page-turner | roman qu'on lit d'une traite | "Gone Girl is a real page-turner." |
| gripping | captivant, prenant | "A gripping tale of love and betrayal." |
| thought-provoking | qui donne a reflechir | "A thought-provoking novel about identity." |
| haunting | qui hante, troublant | "A haunting story that stays with you." |
| compelling | irrésistible, fascinant | "A compelling narrative with rich characters." |
| fast-paced | au rythme rapide | "The fast-paced plot keeps you hooked." |
| slow burn | montee en puissance lente | "It's a slow burn but worth it." |
| heartwrenching | dechiant, poignant | "The ending is absolutely heartwrenching." |
| a must-read | a lire absolument | "1984 is a must-read for every English learner." |