Ritratuhan (en. Portrait)

rit-ra-tu-han

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A work of art depicting the face of a person.
His portrait was displayed in the museum.
Ang kanyang ritratuhan ay ipinakita sa museo.
A photo taken by a camera that serves as a memory of a person.
He brought his portrait in his bag.
Dinala niya ang kanyang ritratuhan sa kanyang bag.
A representation of the character or personality of a person in art.
The portrait of Rizal is full of emotion and intention.
Ang ritratuhan ni Rizal ay puno ng damdamin at intensyon.

Etymology

English: 'portrait', from Italian 'ritratto'

Common Phrases and Expressions

family portrait
A photo taken depicting the whole family.
ritratuhan ng pamilya
black and white portrait
A classic portrait without color, commonly used in art.
itim at puting ritratuhan

Related Words

frame
A structure or frame used to display the portrait.
kuwadro
artist
A person who creates portraits or art.
artista

Slang Meanings

Selfie with exaggerated expressions.
We took selfies with my friends, our faces are hilarious!
Nag-ritratuhan kami ng mga kaibigan ko, ang mga mukha namin ang tatawa!
A series of pictures combined for social media.
Let's post our photos on Instagram!
I-post na yung ritratuhan natin sa Instagram!
Taking a photo or picture, often in a fun way.
The pictures at the party are so much fun!
Ang mga ritratuhan sa party, ang saya!