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写照

xiě zhào

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • portrayal

Definition

描写或刻画，常指对某人或某事物的真实描绘或象征。

A portrayal or depiction, often referring to a true representation or symbol of someone or something.

Usage

通常用于指通过文字、艺术等方式对人物、场景或事物的真实再现，也可以指某种典型特征或象征。

Often used to refer to the realistic representation of people, scenes, or things through text, art, etc., and can also indicate a typical characteristic or symbol.

Examples

  • 1 这幅画是那个时代生活的真实写照。 (This painting is a true portrayal of life in that era.)
  • 2 他的经历是无数奋斗者的写照。 (His experience is a reflection of countless hardworking people.)
  • 3 这部电影是当代社会问题的写照。 (This movie is a depiction of contemporary social issues.)
  • 4 他的微笑是他内心乐观的真实写照。 (His smile is a true reflection of his inner optimism.)
  • 5 这部小说是作者童年生活的写照。 (This novel is a portrayal of the author's childhood life.)

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