How to Pronounce "portrayed"
word
pɔɹˈtɹeɪd
pawr-TRAYD
pɔːtɹˈeɪd
paw-TRAYD
Definition
To show or describe someone or something in a particular way, especially in art, writing, or film. "Portrayed" is the past tense of "portray."
IPA Transcription
American English
pɔɹˈtɹeɪd
British English
pɔːtɹˈeɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pawr-TRAYD
UK
paw-TRAYD
Listen in Context
The artist portrayed a beautiful landscape in her painting.
He was portrayed as a brave man in the story.
The book portrayed life in the city during the 1920s.
She didn't like the way she was portrayed in the movie.