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

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!
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!