sorcerer
word
Definition
A sorcerer is a person who uses magic or has magical powers, especially in stories or legends.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly found in fantasy, fairy tales, and folklore. Usually male; the female counterpart is 'sorceress.' Sometimes used interchangeably with 'wizard' or 'magician,' but 'sorcerer' often suggests darker, mysterious, or forbidden magic. Rarely used about real people.
Spanish: hechicero - brujoPortuguese (BR): feiticeiro - magoPortuguese (PT): feiticeiro - magoChinese (Simplified): 巫师 - 魔法师Chinese (Traditional): 巫師 - 魔法師Hindi: जादूगर - तांत्रिकArabic: ساحر - مشعوذBengali: জাদুকর (কালো জাদুর অর্থে) - তান্ত্রিকRussian: колдун - чародейJapanese: 魔法使い - 魔術師Vietnamese: pháp sư - phù thủyKorean: 마법사 - 주술사Turkish: büyücüUrdu: جادوگرIndonesian: penyihir - ahli sihir
Example Sentences
The sorcerer cast a powerful spell.
basic
A sorcerer lives alone in the dark forest.
basic
The villagers were afraid of the sorcerer.
basic
Legend says the old sorcerer can turn into a raven at night.
natural
He dressed up as a sorcerer for the Halloween party.
natural
You never know what tricks a clever sorcerer might have up his sleeve.
natural