Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

first-person account

phrase

/ˈfərst ˈpərsən əˈkaʊnt/

Definition

A narrative or description told from the viewpoint of the narrator, typically using ‘I’ or ‘we’.

Examples

In her first-person account of the journey, she shared her fears and triumphs.
The journalist wrote a compelling first-person account of the events that unfolded that day.
His first-person account of the war provided insights that history books often overlook.

Meaning

A first-person account offers a personal perspective on an event or experience, allowing the narrator’s thoughts and feelings to be conveyed directly to the reader.