Also means
activity leader, animator
Usage Note
Animateur refers to a TV or radio host (animateur de télévision), as well as someone who leads group activities in a camp, community center, or workshop. The feminine form is animatrice. In a professional context, animateur de réunion means 'meeting facilitator'. The verb animer means 'to host' or 'to liven up'.
Examples
"L'animateur présente le journal du soir."
Natural Translation
The presenter hosts the evening news.
Related Words
Explore French by topic
FrenchNow
5 min read