Depicts Meaning in English
word · lemma: depict
dɪˈpɪks/, /dɪˈpɪkts
di-PIKTS
dɪpˈɪkts
di-PIKTS
Definition
Describes or shows something in words, pictures, or art, usually by representing what it looks like or what is happening.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in formal or descriptive contexts, especially about art, literature, or media. Often followed by what is being shown (e.g., 'the painting depicts a sunset'). Not used for simple 'shows'—'shows' is more general and informal.
Spanish: representa - retrata - describePortuguese (BR): representa - retrata - descrevePortuguese (PT): representa - retrata - descreveChinese (Simplified): 描绘 - 描述 - 展现Chinese (Traditional): 描繪 - 描述 - 展現Hindi: चित्रित करता है - दर्शाता है - वर्णन करता हैArabic: يصف - يصوّر - يجسّدBengali: চিত্রিত করে - বর্ণনা করেRussian: изображает - описываетJapanese: 描く - 描写するVietnamese: miêu tả - khắc họaKorean: 묘사하다 - 그리다Turkish: tasvir etmek - betimlemekUrdu: پیش کرتا ہے - بیان کرتا ہےIndonesian: menggambarkan - melukiskan
Example Sentences
The painting depicts a beautiful mountain scene.
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This story depicts life in a small village.
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The movie depicts the struggles of a young athlete.
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The book depicts the city as full of secrets and surprises.
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In the film, the artist depicts his childhood memories through bright colors.
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That mural really depicts what life was like back then.
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