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retrato
portrait
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An image of a person, or any depiction that captures what someone is like
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mnemonic
visual
re-
again
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trait
feature, characteristic
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-o
noun suffix
Retrato means portrait, an attempt to copy someone's traits1 over again onto canvas.
retrato
portrait
A painting, drawing, or photograph of a person, usually showing the face.
En el pasillo cuelga un retrato de su abueloA portrait of his grandfather hangs in the hallway
El pintor terminó el retrato en tres semanasThe painter finished the portrait in three weeks
portrayal, depiction (in words or film)
A description in words or images that captures what a person, place, or way of life is really like. It's a portrait done in writing or on film instead of on canvas.
La película es un retrato honesto de la vida en el campoThe film is an honest portrayal of country life
Su libro ofrece un retrato duro de la ciudadHis book offers a harsh depiction of the city