portray

US /pɔːrˈtreɪ/
UK /pɔːrˈtreɪ/
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1.

retratar, descrever, representar

to represent or describe in pictures or words

:
The artist chose to portray the queen in a regal pose.
O artista escolheu retratar a rainha em uma pose majestosa.
The film aims to portray the struggles of immigrants.
O filme visa retratar as lutas dos imigrantes.
2.

interpretar, atuar

to play a role in a film or play

:
He was chosen to portray the villain in the new series.
Ele foi escolhido para interpretar o vilão na nova série.
The actress managed to portray the complex character with great depth.
A atriz conseguiu interpretar a personagem complexa com grande profundidade.