Represent - translation, pronunciation and examples
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When to use represent
представлять страну
представлять группу
представлять сообщество
представлять местных жителей
представлять интересы
represent usage examples
На народном фестивале марионетка может представлять разные регионы страны.
A puppet can represent different regions at the country's folk festival.
В традиционном платье она будет представлять свой город на международной ярмарке.
Wearing the traditional dress, she will represent her town at the international fair.
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General term meaning to stand for, depict, or act on behalf of; broad, neutral, covers many senses.
To describe or show someone/something in a particular way, often artistically or in narrative; more specific than general 'represent'.
To show or represent by a picture or detailed description; more concrete/visual than broad 'represent'.
Phrasal verb meaning to mean/represent (an abbreviation or symbol) or to support something in certain contexts; context-dependent.
Often means to show, hand over, or formally introduce something now; more about display or delivery than broad representation.
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What's the difference between represent / portray / depict / stand for / present / introduce
General term meaning to stand for, depict, or act on behalf of; broad, neutral, covers many senses.
The flag represents the nation.
Флаг представляет нацию.
To describe or show someone/something in a particular way, often artistically or in narrative; more specific than general 'represent'.
The film portrays the city as a place of contrasts.
Фильм изображает город как место контрастов.
To show or represent by a picture or detailed description; more concrete/visual than broad 'represent'.
The mural depicts scenes from the town’s history.
Фреска изображает сцены из истории города.
Phrasal verb meaning to mean/represent (an abbreviation or symbol) or to support something in certain contexts; context-dependent.
The letters 'UN' stand for 'United Nations'.
Буквы «UN» обозначают «Организацию Объединённых Наций».
Often means to show, hand over, or formally introduce something now; more about display or delivery than broad representation.
She will present her research at the conference.
Она представит своё исследование на конференции.
Usually means to make someone known to others or to bring in/use for the first time; emphasis on initial encounter or launch.
Let me introduce you to my colleague.
Позвольте представить вам моего коллегу.
To stand as or be a symbol of something abstract (ideas, qualities); emphasises symbolic/abstract representation.
Doves often symbolize peace.
Голуби часто символизируют мир.
To give a tangible or visible form to an idea; to personify or incarnate; implies being a concrete example rather than merely representing.
She embodies the spirit of the movement.
Она воплощает дух этого движения.
To take action representing someone else, often in an official, legal, or delegated capacity; focuses on agency/representation.
The lawyer will act on behalf of the client in negotiations.
Адвокат будет действовать от имени клиента на переговорах.
To publicly support or recommend a cause or policy; implies active support or campaigning rather than neutral representation.
She advocates for better cultural education in schools.
Она выступает за лучшее культурное образование в школах.
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How to pronounce represent and what this word means
represent translation: представлять. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce represent
/tə ˌreprɪˈzɛnt/
represent translation
представлять
represent examples
A puppet can represent different regions at the country's folk festival.
represent transcription
/tə ˌreprɪˈzɛnt/, /tu ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/
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A puppet can represent different regions at the country's folk festival. Translation: На народном фестивале марионетка может представлять разные регионы страны.
Is represent part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?
Yes, represent (представлять) can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is represent part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, represent (представлять) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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