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portray

The correct spelling is portray.

How to pronounce portray

verb

IPA: /pɔɹˈtɹeɪ/

Say it like: Por-traee

The correct spelling is portray. To paint or draw the likeness of. For example: "I will portray a king on horseback."

Usage Examples

I will portray a king on horseback.

For my next movie, I will be portraying Shakespeare.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To paint or draw the likeness of.
  2. 2.To describe in words; to convey.
  3. 3.To play a role; to depict a character, person, situation, or event.
  4. 4.To adorn.

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