How to Pronounce "portrays"
word
pɔɹˈtɹeɪz
por-TRAYZ
pɔːtɹˈeɪz
paw-TRAYZ
Definition
'Portrays' means to describe, show, or represent someone or something in a certain way, often in art, writing, or acting.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɔɹˈtɹeɪz
British English
pɔːtɹˈeɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
por-TRAYZ
UK
paw-TRAYZ
Listen in Context
The movie portrays him as a kind man.
The book portrays life in the countryside.
She portrays the main character in the play.
This painting portrays a feeling of hope.