representation
gb/ɹˌɛpɹɪzɛntˈeɪʃən/ us/ɹˌɛpɹɪzɛntˈeɪʃən/
B1
English
~ 1900
képviselet, valaki nevében, valaki képviseletében, valaki érdekében, érdekképviselet, ábrázolás, megjelenítés, reprezentáció, megjelenés, beadvány, észrevétel
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[someone] gives representation to [someone/something]
She provided legal representation for the accused.
Jogi képviseletet biztosított a vádlottnak.
The union offers representation for all its members.
A szakszervezet minden tagjának érdekképviseletet biztosít.
He was chosen to give representation to the community at the meeting.
Learner examples
I need legal representation in court.
Jogi képviseletre van szükségem a bíróságon.
She gives representation for the workers.
Ő látja el a munkavállalók képviseletét.
The lawyer offers representation to clients.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'representation' with 'present', which means to show or give something rather than to act on behalf of someone.
Meaning
speaking or acting for others
Collocations
legal representation
|political representation
|representation in court
|representation of interests
Synonyms
advocacy (Emphasizes public support or argument for a cause, not always formal.)
|
agency (Focuses on the function of acting for someone, often in business contexts.)
Antonyms
self-representation (When someone represents themselves without another person acting for them.)
Themes
law
|politics
|business
|relationships
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When a person speaks or acts for another person, group, or idea.
The action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something.
NOUN
B1
2
ábrázolás
B2
megjelenítés
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] is a representation of [something]
This painting is a faithful representation of the landscape.
Ez a festmény a táj hű ábrázolása.
The chart is a visual representation of the data.
A diagram az adatok vizuális ábrázolása.
Her novel gives a vivid representation of life in the city.
Learner examples
This photo is a representation of my family.
Ez a fénykép a családomat ábrázolja.
The map is a representation of the country.
A térkép az országot ábrázolja.
The movie is a good representation of the book.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'representation' with 'present', which refers to giving or showing in real time, not creating an image or description.
Meaning
image or portrayal of something
Collocations
accurate representation
|visual representation
|artistic representation
|symbolic representation
Synonyms
depiction (Usually refers to an artistic or visual portrayal.)
|
illustration (Often refers to a drawing or image used to explain something.)
Antonyms
misrepresentation (An incorrect or false depiction of something.)
Themes
art
|media
|communication
|arts_entertainment
Definition
Something that shows or describes what another thing is like.
A picture, model, description, or other form that shows what something looks like or is like.
NOUN
B2
3
Usage pattern:
[something] has representation from [group]
The film industry is working toward better representation of women and minorities.
A filmipar azon dolgozik, hogy javuljon a nők és a kisebbségek reprezentációja.
There is little representation of disabled people in advertising.
A reklámokban alig jelennek meg fogyatékossággal élő emberek.
Parliament now has greater representation from younger members.
Learner examples
The show has good representation of different cultures.
A műsorban jól megjelennek a különböző kultúrák.
There is no representation of old people in this ad.
Ebben a reklámban egyáltalán nem jelennek meg idős emberek.
The team has equal gender representation.
Common mistake:
Learners may think 'representation' only means acting for someone, but here it means being included and visible.
Meaning
inclusion of certain groups
Collocations
diverse representation
|gender representation
|minority representation
Synonyms
inclusion (Focuses more broadly on actively including all groups.)
|
visibility (Emphasizes being seen or represented publicly.)
Antonyms
exclusion (Leaving certain groups out entirely.)
Themes
society
|culture
|media
|relationships
|politics
|work
Definition
When people from different groups are included and shown in something.
The fact of people from particular backgrounds, identities, or groups being included and visible in an organization, media, or event.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
4
beadvány
C1
észrevétel
B2
Usage pattern:
to make representations to [authority] about [issue]
They made representations to the council about the proposed building project.
Észrevételeket nyújtottak be az önkormányzathoz a tervezett építkezéssel kapcsolatban.
We will consider any representations before making our decision.
Döntésünk meghozatala előtt minden beérkezett észrevételt figyelembe veszünk.
Several representations were received regarding the policy change.
Learner examples
We made a representation to the mayor about the park.
Beadványt nyújtottunk be a polgármesterhez a park ügyében.
She sent a written representation to the office.
Írásos beadványt küldött a hivatalnak.
They made a representation about the noise problem.
Meaning
formal statement to authority
Collocations
make representations
|written representation
Synonyms
petition (Usually a formal request signed by many people.)
|
submission (A formal document presented for consideration.)
Antonyms
withdrawal (The act of taking back a formal statement or request.)
Themes
law
|government
|politics
|communication
Definition
A formal message sent to someone in power to share an opinion or complaint.
A formal statement made to an authority expressing an opinion, protest, or request.
Grammar
Dictionary form
representation
IPA
GB/ɹˌɛpɹɪzɛntˈeɪʃən/
US/ɹˌɛpɹɪzɛntˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
rep - res - ent - a - tion (5 syllables)
Stress on 4th syllable (a)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: representation
- Plural: representation, representations
Word family
Forms
representations
noun
Core family
represent
verb B1
representative
noun B1
Related words
representational
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
misrepresent
verb
misrepresentation
noun
unrepresentative
adjective
Advanced or less common
representativeness
noun
Expressions
make representations
1/mˈeɪk ɹˌɛpɹɪzəntˈeɪʃənz/
fixed phrase
formal
formally express opinion to authority
To officially tell someone in power your opinion or complaint about something.
Examples
- Residents plan to make representations to the city council about road safety.
- The company made representations against the proposed tax increase.