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Portrait
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Meanings of Portrait
Adjective
- Showing what a person really looks like.
Verb
- To draw or make a picture of someone.
Noun
- A picture of a person, usually showing just their face and shoulders.
- A way to show what someone looks like or how they feel.
- A type of picture that is taller than it is wide.
Explanation of the word: Portrait
A portrait is a special kind of picture that shows a person, usually their face. Artists paint or draw portraits to capture how someone looks.
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Translations for the word: Portrait
hindi
चित्र
chitra
तस्वीर
tasveer
चित्र
chitra
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Portrait
What does 'portrait' mean?
A portrait is a picture or painting of a person, usually showing their face.
How do you pronounce 'portrait'?
You say 'portrait' like this: 'port-rayt'.
What is the origin of the word 'portrait'?
The word 'portrait' comes from the Latin word 'portare', which means 'to carry', and it refers to carrying the likeness of a person in a picture.
What is the meaning of 'portrait' in Hindi?
The word 'portrait' in Hindi is 'चित्र' (Chitra).