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English
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.
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.
Picture -
A visual representation or likeness of a person, object, or scene captured through photography, painting, drawing, etc.
Example: She took a picture of the sunset over the ocean.
Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations, social media
Note: Commonly used in casual settings to refer to images captured through various mediums.
A mental image or impression formed in the mind; a vivid representation or depiction.
Example: The novel painted a vivid picture of life in the 19th century.
Usage: formalContext: academic discussions, literary analysis
Note: This meaning is often used in more formal contexts to describe a detailed mental image or representation.
A situation or set of circumstances that can be observed or understood.
Example: The report provides a clear picture of the current market trends.
Usage: formalContext: business meetings, presentations
Note: Used in professional settings to describe a comprehensive view or understanding of a particular situation.
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.
She drew a picture of her dog.
I need to take a picture of this view.
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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