1.
reading aloud; recitation
The act of reading text aloud in a clear, expressive voice. Often associated with literary works, poetry, or public readings.
詩を朗読する。
To read a poem aloud.
先生が物語を朗読してくれた。
The teacher read us a story aloud.
図書館で絵本の朗読イベントが開かれた。
A picture-book reading event was held at the library.
朗読 is a noun that also functions as a suru-verb (朗読する). It implies reading with expression and projection, not simply reading text out loud.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 詩を朗読する (to recite a poem)
- 朗読する (to read aloud)
- 朗読会 (a reading/recitation event)
- 朗読ボランティア (volunteer reader)
RELATED WORDS:
音読 is reading aloud for practice or study (often in classrooms), while 朗読 implies a more polished, performative reading with attention to expression and delivery. 黙読 is silent reading.