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写照
xiězhào
Description
"写照"的意思是真实地表现一个人或一件事的样子。
"写照" means to realistically depict the appearance of a person or thing.
我们常常说某个东西是某种情况的"真实写照"。
We often say something is a "真实写照" of a certain situation.
Meanings
写照xiězhào
a portrayal; a true reflection of something
这部电影是那个时代的真实写照。
This movie is a true portrayal of that era.
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Notes
- Etymology
写 (depict) + 照 (image/reflect), together meaning a faithful depiction.
- Nuance
usually appears in 真实写照 to say something accurately reflects a situation or era.
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