portrayal — A description or representation of someone or something in a particular way
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A description or representation of someone or something in a particular way
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɔːrˈtreɪəl/
Korean meaning: 묘사, 표현, 초상
Korean pronunciation: 포**트레**이얼
Example Sentences
- The movie's portrayal of aliens as friendly neighbors disappointed sci-fi fans who expected scary monsters.
- Her portrayal of the detective was so convincing that real police officers asked for her autograph.
- The news media's portrayal of the event influenced public opinion significantly.
portrayal
NOUN//pɔːrˈtreɪəl//
A description or representation of someone or something in a particular way
The actor's portrayal of the lonely king moved the entire audience to tears.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
14세기 프랑스어 'portraire'(그리다)에서 유래. 원래는 그림으로 그린다는 의미였지만, 현재는 연기나 글로 묘사하는 것까지 포함하게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“The movie's portrayal of aliens as friendly neighbors disappointed sci-fi fans who expected scary monsters.”
“Her portrayal of the detective was so convincing that real police officers asked for her autograph.”
“The news media's portrayal of the event influenced public opinion significantly.”
“His portrayal of Shakespeare's Hamlet earned him critical acclaim.”
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