
portrait
/ˈpɔːtreɪt/ · /ˈpɔːrtrət/
CEFR level B1Topic ArtsWord #2059 in the learning path
肖像;肖像照
Definitions
n. a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person
肖像;肖像照
n. a detailed description of a person, place, or situation
描绘;描述
Example
My grandmother's portrait hangs above the living room fireplace.
我祖母的肖像挂在客厅壁炉上方。
The documentary offers a compelling portrait of rural life as younger generations move to urban areas.
这部纪录片生动描绘了年轻一代迁往城市背景下的乡村生活。
Collocations
- paint a portrait
- a family portrait
- a vivid portrait
- portrait photography
Word family
- portraiture (n.)
Usage tip
portrait以人物为主体;landscape多指风景画或照片。
FAQ
- What does portrait mean?
- a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person a detailed description of a person, place, or situation
- How is portrait pronounced?
- UK /ˈpɔːtreɪt/, US /ˈpɔːrtrət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.