photo
8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for photo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A picture taken with a camera or phone.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use photo
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A clipped form of "photograph," itself from Greek photo- ("light") plus -graph ("writing" or "recording").
Full origin of photo →Frequently asked questions
What does “photo” mean?
The word “photo” means a picture taken with a camera or phone. In plain terms, the everyday, shortened word for "photograph.".
How do you pronounce “photo”?
“Photo” is pronounced FOH-toh (/ˈfəʊ̯.təʊ̯/ in IPA).
How do you use “photo” in a sentence?
Here is “photo” used in a sentence: “She took a photo of the sunset over the bay.”
What part of speech is “photo”?
Depending on how it is used, “photo” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “photo” come from?
The word “photo” comes from Greek. A clipped form of "photograph," itself from Greek photo- ("light") plus -graph ("writing" or "recording").
Is “photo” a common word?
“Photo” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “photo” have?
“Photo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a picture taken with a camera or phone.
What is the difference between a photo and a photograph?
There is no real difference in meaning: photo is simply the everyday, shortened form of photograph. Both refer to a picture captured with a camera or phone. Photo sounds more casual and is far more common in conversation, while photograph feels slightly more formal or technical.
What is the difference between a photo and a picture?
A photo is always made with a camera or phone, capturing a real scene as light hits a sensor or film. A picture is broader: it covers photos but also drawings, paintings, and digital images. So every photo is a picture, but not every picture is a photo.
What are the common types of photo?
Photos are often grouped by subject or style: portraits of people, landscapes of scenery, still lifes of objects, and candid shots taken without posing. Others include close-up or macro photos, action shots, and selfies taken at arm's length. The type usually reflects what is pictured and how it is framed.