Spanish Conversation · Level 36
75 words
Spanish word
escritor
Pronunciation
IPA/eskɾiˈtoɾ/
Meaning
- masculine nounwriter
Example
Mi amigo es escritor.
My friend is a writer.
More examples
Ahora trabajo como escritor en una revista.
I now work as a writer for a magazine.
Core concept
Writer known for producing novels, essays, or other creative texts.
Common phrases
ser escritor
be a writer
trabajar como escritor
work as a writer
escritor profesional
professional writer
Similar words
autor: Is listed as the creator of a book, article, or other published text.
periodista: Investigates events and writes articles that inform the public about current affairs.
novelista: Crafts extended fictional stories intended for publication as novels.
poeta: Writes poems that distill emotion and imagery into rhythmic, often concise lines.
Definition in Spanish
Persona que escribe obras literarias o textos creativos y es reconocida por esa actividad.
Word origin
Derived from Latin scribere 'to write' with the agentive suffix -or, literally meaning one who writes.
Usage tips
- In conversational use escritor highlights craft or vocation rather than mere authorship, so autor is more common for formal credit on a book or article.