Image (en. Picture)

/imaʒ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Visual representation of a person, object, or landscape.
The image of the Eiffel Tower is famous worldwide.
L'image de la tour Eiffel est célèbre dans le monde entier.
Illustration or photograph used in a book or article.
The image on the book cover attracts readers' attention.
L'image sur la couverture du livre attire l'attention des lecteurs.
Idea or perception that a person has of someone or something.
The company's image was tarnished by the scandal.
L'image de l'entreprise a été ternie par le scandale.

Etymology

From Latin "imagine," which means "representation, portrait."

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a good impression
To project a positive image of oneself.
faire bonne image
to change one's image
To modify the perception others have of oneself.
changer d'image
to have an image to uphold
To have a reputation to maintain.
avoir une image à défendre

Related Words

imaginary
Related to imagination.
imaginaire
visual
Related to sight or image.
visuel
to illustrate
To make an idea more concrete through images.
imager

Slang Meanings

To have a good image
He works hard to have a good image in the professional environment.
Il travaille dur pour avoir une bonne image dans le milieu professionnel.
quirky image
His clothing style gives him a quirky image.
Son style vestimentaire lui donne une image décalée.