portrait in German

portrait in German is Porträt, Portrait, Hochformat — portrait means a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person, usually focused on the face and shoulders.

portrait in German

Porträt

noun

Portrait

noun

Hochformat

noun

(computing, printing) A print orientation where the vertical sides are longer than the horizontal sides.

Porträt

noun

(computing, printing) A print orientation where the vertical sides are longer than the horizontal sides.

What does "portrait" mean?

noun A painting, drawing, or photograph of a person, usually focused on the face and shoulders.
"She hung a framed portrait of her grandfather above the fireplace."
noun A vivid, accurate description of a person, mood, or situation.
"The documentary gives an honest portrait of life on a busy hospital ward."
adj Describing a page or image oriented taller than it is wide.
"Hold your phone in portrait mode if you want the photo to be tall."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

portrait in a sentence

She hung a framed portrait of her grandfather above the fireplace.
The museum displayed a portrait of the queen.
The documentary gives an honest portrait of life on a busy hospital ward.
Her letters offer a warm portrait of the writer as a young mother.

Similar words in German

characterization depiction image likeness portrayal representation

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "portrait" in German?

"portrait" in German is Porträt, Portrait, Hochformat. portrait means: A painting, drawing, or photograph of a person, usually focused on the face and shoulders.

How do you use "portrait" in a sentence?

Example: "She hung a framed portrait of her grandfather above the fireplace." In German, "portrait" is Porträt, Portrait, Hochformat.

Are there other ways to say "portrait" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "portrait": Porträt, Portrait, Hochformat.

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