B1 1K

Represent

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌreprɪˈzent/","/ˌreprɪˈzents/","/ˌreprɪˈzentɪd/","/ˌreprɪˈzentɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌreprɪˈzent/","/ˌreprɪˈzents/","/ˌreprɪˈzentɪd/","/ˌreprɪˈzentɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Represent

to be a member of a group of people and act or speak for them at an event, a meeting, etc.

In simple words: to show or be an example of something

Represent in a sentence

• It is important to represent your ideas clearly during the presentation.
• The painting aims to represent the beauty of nature.
• She was chosen to represent her country in the international competition.
• The model was designed to represent various aspects of modern architecture.
• In her speech, she did well to represent the views of her community.
• The data will represent the trends observed over the last decade.

How to use Represent

Use 'represent' when talking about symbols, images, or people acting on behalf of others. Avoid in very casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

represent + object

Memory hint

Think of a 're-present' as showing something again.

Related words

Collocations with Represent

• strongly
• well
• equally
• legally
• ably
• adequately
• choose somebody to
• elect somebody to
• select somebody to
• accurately
• faithfully
• fairly
• be intended to
• purport to
• seek to
• as
• accurately
• faithfully
• fairly
• be intended to
• purport to
• seek to
• as
• accurately
• faithfully
• fairly
• be intended to
• purport to
• seek to
• as

Synonyms for Represent

• be typical of

Opposites of Represent

• misrepresent
• hide

Common mistakes with Represent

• Using 'represent' incorrectly as a noun (it is a verb).
• Confusing 'represent' with 'present'.
• Using 'represent' without an object.

Frequently asked questions about Represent

What does Represent mean?

to show or be an example of something

What is the definition of Represent?

to be a member of a group of people and act or speak for them at an event, a meeting, etc.

How do you use Represent in a sentence?

It is important to represent your ideas clearly during the presentation.

Can you give another example of Represent?

The painting aims to represent the beauty of nature.

What are synonyms for Represent?

Common alternatives include be typical of.

What is the opposite of Represent?

Opposite meanings include misrepresent, hide.

What words go with Represent?

It commonly pairs with strongly, well, equally, legally, ably, adequately, choose somebody to, elect somebody to, select somebody to, accurately, faithfully, fairly, be intended to, purport to, seek to, as, accurately, faithfully, fairly, be intended to, purport to, seek to, as, accurately, faithfully, fairly, be intended to, purport to, seek to, as.

What are common mistakes when using Represent?

Using 'represent' incorrectly as a noun (it is a verb). Confusing 'represent' with 'present'. Using 'represent' without an object.

How do you pronounce Represent?

US: /["/ˌreprɪˈzent/","/ˌreprɪˈzents/","/ˌreprɪˈzentɪd/","/ˌreprɪˈzentɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌreprɪˈzent/","/ˌreprɪˈzents/","/ˌreprɪˈzentɪd/","/ˌreprɪˈzentɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Represent?

Use 'represent' when talking about symbols, images, or people acting on behalf of others. Avoid in very casual contexts.

What CEFR level is Represent?

"Represent" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.