raconter

Senses

1. 1.

   to tell; to recount

   to narrate or relate a story, event, or information

2. 2.

   to say; to speak

   to express or communicate something

Examples

• "Il m'a raconté une histoire incroyable."

  He told me an incredible story.

• "Elle adore raconter ses vacances à ses amis."

  She loves telling her friends about her vacation.

• "Qu'est-ce que tu racontes ?"

  What are you saying? / What's all this about?

Usage

Common transitive verb used in everyday conversation. Often followed by a direct object (a story, event, etc.). The phrase "Qu'est-ce que tu racontes ?" is idiomatic, meaning "What are you talking about?" or expressing surprise/disbelief.