die Repräsentation
Translation
representation, portrayal, depiction
Examples
Die Repräsentation des Landes ist wichtig.
The representation of the country is important.
Das Gemälde ist eine Repräsentation der modernen Gesellschaft.
The painting is a representation of modern society.
Grammar Patterns
die Repräsentation ((et2)) the representation of sth. The representation of the people is a task of the parliament.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Darstellung (portrayal), Vertretung (representation, proxy)
Etymology
From Latin 'repraesentātiō'. 're-' (again) + 'praesentāre' (to present). Literally 'a presenting again'.
Memory Tips
Think of a politician who is a 'representation' of their voters, re-presenting their views.