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English - Korean

Picture

ˈpɪk(t)ʃər
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

사진 (sajin), 그림 (geurim), 상 (sang), 도식 (dosik), 상황 (sanghwang)

Picture meanings in Korean

사진 (sajin)

Example:
I took a picture of the sunset.
나는 석양의 사진을 찍었다.
Can you send me that picture?
그 사진을 나에게 보낼 수 있어?
Usage: informalContext: Everyday conversations, social media, photography.
Note: Used primarily to refer to a photograph or an image captured by a camera.

그림 (geurim)

Example:
She painted a beautiful picture.
그녀는 아름다운 그림을 그렸다.
This picture is hanging on the wall.
이 그림은 벽에 걸려 있다.
Usage: informalContext: Art discussions, galleries, or casual conversations about artwork.
Note: Refers to a drawing or painting, distinguishing it from photographs.

상 (sang)

Example:
Can you give me a picture of the plan?
계획의 상을 줄 수 있어요?
I need a clearer picture of the situation.
상황에 대한 더 명확한 그림이 필요해.
Usage: formalContext: Business, presentations, or detailed explanations.
Note: Used metaphorically to describe understanding or a concept, rather than a physical image.

도식 (dosik)

Example:
The picture in the report illustrates the findings.
보고서의 도식은 발견된 내용을 설명한다.
This picture shows the relationship between the variables.
이 도식은 변수들 간의 관계를 보여준다.
Usage: formalContext: Academic, scientific, or technical contexts.
Note: Refers to diagrams or schematics that explain or illustrate complex ideas.

상황 (sanghwang)

Example:
The picture is not as simple as it seems.
그 상황은 보이는 것처럼 간단하지 않다.
You need to understand the bigger picture.
더 큰 상황을 이해할 필요가 있다.
Usage: informal/formalContext: Discussions about circumstances or broader contexts.
Note: Used to refer to the overall situation or context, often in decision-making scenarios.

Picture's synonyms

image

An image refers to a visual representation or picture of something.
Example: She captured a beautiful image of the sunset.
Note: Image is a more formal term compared to picture.

photo

A photo is a shortened form of photograph, which is a picture taken with a camera.
Example: I took a photo of the Eiffel Tower during my trip to Paris.
Note: Photo specifically refers to a picture taken with a camera.

snapshot

A snapshot is a quick, informal photograph taken in a spontaneous moment.
Example: He took a snapshot of the group at the party.
Note: Snapshot implies a quick or candid picture.

portrait

A portrait is a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person that usually focuses on their face.
Example: The artist painted a stunning portrait of the woman.
Note: Portrait specifically refers to a picture of a person, often emphasizing their facial features.

illustration

An illustration is a drawing, painting, or other artwork used to visually explain, decorate, or accompany a text.
Example: The book was filled with beautiful illustrations.
Note: Illustration is often used in the context of books or articles to enhance understanding.

Picture expressions, common phrases

A picture is worth a thousand words

This phrase means that a picture can convey a complex idea more effectively than words alone.
Example: I can describe the beauty of this place, but a picture is worth a thousand words.
Note: The phrase emphasizes the idea that images can be more powerful and impactful than text.

Paint a picture

To paint a picture means to describe something in a way that creates a clear mental image.
Example: The author's vivid descriptions really paint a picture of the setting in the reader's mind.
Note: This phrase uses the idea of painting to convey the act of creating a visual representation through words.

In the picture

This phrase means to be involved or included in a situation or plan.
Example: She wasn't in the picture when the decision was made.
Note: It uses 'picture' metaphorically to refer to a situation or context.

Get the picture

To understand or grasp a situation or concept.
Example: I explained it several times, but he still doesn't get the picture.
Note: The phrase uses 'picture' to imply a complete understanding or comprehension of a situation.

A picture of health

This phrase refers to someone who looks very healthy and fit.
Example: Despite his age, he's still a picture of health.
Note: It uses 'picture' to describe someone's physical appearance.

Picture-perfect

Something that is flawless, ideal, or visually perfect.
Example: The newlyweds posed for a picture-perfect moment on the beach.
Note: The phrase combines 'picture' with 'perfect' to describe something that looks as perfect as a carefully composed photo.

Painting a false picture

To create a misleading or inaccurate impression of something.
Example: The media is painting a false picture of the situation to sensationalize it.
Note: This phrase uses 'painting' to suggest the act of creating a false or deceptive representation.

Picture everyday (slang) expressions

Pic

Shortened form of 'picture'. Commonly used in informal conversations and text messaging.
Example: Hey, can you send me that pic we took yesterday?
Note: Informal, abbreviated form of 'picture'.

Visual

Refers to a visual representation such as a diagram, chart, or image.
Example: I need a visual to understand how the system works.
Note: Focuses on the visual aspect and representation rather than the word 'picture' itself.

Frame

Refers to a specific section or moment captured in a visual medium.
Example: Let's take a closer look at that frame from the video.
Note: Narrower focus on a section or moment within a picture or video.

Snapshot in time

A moment or event frozen in time, like a photograph.
Example: The painting is like a snapshot in time, capturing the essence of the era.
Note: Emphasizes the idea of frozen time within a captured image.

Still

A single frame extracted from a moving image, often used in film production.
Example: The still from the movie is iconic.
Note: Specifically refers to a single frame from a video or movie.

Picture - Examples

The picture on the wall is beautiful.
벽에 걸린 그림이 아름답습니다.
She drew a picture of her dog.
그녀는 자신의 개의 그림을 그렸습니다.
I need to take a picture of this view.
이 경치의 사진을 찍어야 합니다.

Picture grammar

Picture - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: picture
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): pictures
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): picture
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): pictured
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): picturing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): pictures
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): picture
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): picture
Syllables, Separation and Stress
picture Contains 2 syllables: pic • ture
Phonetic transcription: ˈpik-chər
pic ture , ˈpik chər (The red syllable is stressed)

Picture - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
picture: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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