background

US /ˈbæk.ɡraʊnd/
UK /ˈbæk.ɡraʊnd/
"background" picture
1.

fondo, segundo plano

the part of a picture, scene, or design that forms a setting for the main figures or objects, or appears furthest from the viewer's perspective

:
The mountains in the background added to the beauty of the landscape.
Las montañas en el fondo añadieron a la belleza del paisaje.
She blurred the background to make the subject stand out.
Ella difuminó el fondo para que el sujeto destacara.
2.

trasfondo, antecedentes

the circumstances or events preceding a phenomenon or development

:
Understanding the historical background is crucial to analyzing the current situation.
Comprender el trasfondo histórico es crucial para analizar la situación actual.
He gave us some background information on the case.
Nos dio algo de información de fondo sobre el caso.
3.

trasfondo, antecedentes, origen

a person's education, experience, and social circumstances

:
She comes from a strong academic background.
Ella proviene de un sólido trasfondo académico.
His diverse professional background makes him a valuable asset.
Su diversa trayectoria profesional lo convierte en un activo valioso.