Description - translation, pronunciation and examples
description
something that says what a person or thing is like
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When to use description
Я написал короткое описание для отчёта.
Её описание мужчины было очень подробным.
description usage examples
Я написал короткое описание для отчёта.
I wrote a short description for the report.
Её описание мужчины было очень подробным.
Her description of the man was very detailed.
Similar words
описание — something that says what a person or thing is like
the core neutral meaning of describing something
an official or factual account of events, findings, or a situation
a statement that makes something clear or understandable
a narrative or record of events or experiences
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description synonyms
What's the difference between description / report / explanation / account / portrayal
описание — something that says what a person or thing is like
I wrote a short description for the report.
Я написал короткое описание для отчёта.
the core neutral meaning of describing something
The book contains a detailed description of the village.
В книге есть подробное описание деревни.
an official or factual account of events, findings, or a situation
The manager wrote a report on the project.
Менеджер написал отчёт о проекте.
a statement that makes something clear or understandable
Can you give me an explanation of this rule?
Можешь дать мне объяснение этого правила?
a narrative or record of events or experiences
She gave an account of what happened at the meeting.
Она рассказала, что произошло на собрании.
a way of representing or showing someone/something
The film offers a realistic portrayal of family life.
Фильм даёт реалистичное изображение семейной жизни.
a representation of someone/something, often in words or art
The novel gives a vivid depiction of city life.
Роман даёт яркое изображение городской жизни.
a short version that includes only the main points
At the end, the teacher gave a summary of the lesson.
В конце учитель дал краткое содержание урока.
a general description or plan with the main points only
Please give me a brief outline of your project.
Пожалуйста, дай мне краткий обзор своего проекта.
a description of a person, group, or company with key facts and qualities
The magazine published a profile of the new athlete.
Журнал опубликовал профиль нового спортсмена.
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How to pronounce description and what this word means
description translation: описание. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce description
/dɪˈskrɪpʃən/
description translation
описание
description examples
I wrote a short description for the report.
description transcription
/dɪˈskrɪpʃən/, /dɪˈskrɪpʃən/
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description meaning: what does it mean?
something that says what a person or thing is like
description pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
description is pronounced as /dɪˈskrɪpʃən/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
description definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
I wrote a short description for the report. Translation: Я написал короткое описание для отчёта.
Is description part of E-commerce vocabulary?
Yes, description (описание) can be learned in the E-commerce topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is description part of Marketing vocabulary?
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