to portray
01
描写する, 描く
to describe something or someone through words
Complex Transitive: to portray sb/sth as sth | to portray sb/sth [adj]
例
The author portrays the protagonist as a courageous and determined individual.
著者は主人公を勇敢で決意に満ちた人物として描いている。
In his speech, the politician portrays his opponent as incompetent and untrustworthy.
彼のスピーチで、その政治家は対戦相手を無能で信用できないと描いている。
02
演じる, 演ずる
to play the role of a character in a movie, play, etc.
Transitive: to portray a character
例
She portrayed the protagonist in the critically acclaimed film, earning praise for her nuanced performance.
彼女は批評家から高く評価された映画で主人公を演じ、微妙なニュアンスの演技で称賛を得た。
He was chosen to portray the iconic historical figure in the epic biopic, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
彼は叙事伝的映画で象徴的な歴史的人物を演じるために選ばれ、俳優としての多才さを示しました。
03
描く, 表現する
to depict or represent someone or something in a work of art, literature, or other forms of expression
Transitive: to portray a situation or quality
例
In the novel, the author vividly portrayed the struggles of the main character against adversity.
小説の中で、作者は主人公の逆境に対する闘いを鮮やかに描いた。
The documentary aims to portray the historical events with accuracy and depth.
このドキュメンタリーは、歴史的な出来事を正確さと深さをもって描くことを目的としています。
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