No. 5,559 in Chinese
写照
"写照" means "portrayal" or "depiction."
In a sentence
这部电影生动地呈现了现代社会的真实写照。
This movie vividly presents a true portrayal of modern society.
In this sentence, '写照' is used as a noun to mean 'portrayal', referring to a depiction or representation of a certain aspect.
她的诗歌是对人生的一种深刻写照。
Her poetry is a profound portrayal of life.
Here, '写照' again acts as a noun, used to symbolize the reflection or depiction within the poetry.
作者通过主角的故事表达了他对社会现象的写照。
The author expressed his portrayal of social phenomena through the protagonist's story.
In this example, '写照' remains a noun and signifies the author's illustration or depiction as conveyed through the narrative.
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