Fotógrafo (en. Photographer)

/foˈtoɾafo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Professional who specializes in capturing images either artistically or commercially.
The photographer took stunning photographs during the event.
El fotógrafo tomó fotografías impresionantes durante el evento.
Person who works with cameras in various fields.
She is a wedding photographer and does great work.
Ella es fotógrafa de bodas y hace un gran trabajo.

Etymology

It comes from the Greek 'phōtós' (light) and 'grapho' (to write), that is, 'to write with light.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Portrait photos
Photographs of people, usually in close-up.
fotos de retrato
Artistic photos
Images taken with a creative intent.
fotos artísticas
Photo session
Meeting where photographs are taken, generally for a specific purpose.
sesión de fotos

Related Words

Photography
The art or practice of taking images.
fotografía
Camera
Device used to capture images.
cámara
Portrait
Image that represents a person.
retrato

Slang Meanings

Moment-catcher
That moment-catcher has a good eye for photography.
Ese capta-momentos tiene un buen ojo para la fotografía.
Snapshotter
The snapshotter is always in search of the best shot.
El cazafotos siempre está en busca de la mejor toma.