representation

ˌrɛprɪzənˈteɪʃən
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Translation of representation from English into Dutch

Noun

1.

portrayal

the way something is portrayed or depicted
weergave afbeelding f
  • The film's representation of history is quite accurate.De weergave van de geschiedenis in de film is vrij nauwkeurig
2.

politics

the right to elect someone to speak for you
  • Citizens demand representation in the government.Burgers eisen vertegenwoordiging in de regering.
3.

communication

statement made to influence opinions or actions
  • He made a representation to support his argument.Hij deed een uitspraak om zijn argument te ondersteunen.
4.

authority

Rare
the act of standing in for someone or a group
Rare
  • The lawyer provided representation for the defendant.De advocaat zorgde voor vertegenwoordiging van de beklaagde.
5.

mathematics

TECH.
mathematical description of a group
TECH.
representatie
  • The representation of the group was complex.De representatie van de groep was complex.
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Expressions with representation: examples in English and translations in Dutch

juridische bijstand
rechtsbijstand
She sought legal representation for her court case.
nauwkeurige weergave
The map is an accurate representation of the city's layout.
concrete representatie
The teacher used a concrete representation to explain the concept.
grafische voorstelling
The chart provided a clear graphic representation of the sales trends.
symbolische weergave
symbolische voorstelling
The heart is a symbolic representation of love.
mentale voorstelling
The mental representation of the city was vivid in her mind.

Synonyms and analogies of representation in English

Examples of representation in a sentence

  • This book offers a fresh representation of ancient myths.
  • The new law ensures fair representation for all communities.
  • Representation in the council was a major election issue.
  • The lawyer's representation swayed the jury's decision.
  • Her representation at the meeting was crucial for the deal.
  • The union demanded better representation for workers.

Translations of "representation" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
vertegenwoordigingnf.

Their marginalization was evident in the lack of representation in decision-making bodies.

Hun achtergestelde positie bleek uit het gebrek aan vertegenwoordiging in besluitvormende organen.

weergavenf.

This artifact functions as a physical representation of ancient cultural beliefs.

Dit artefact fungeert als een fysieke weergave van oude culturele overtuigingen.

voorstellingnf.

One important feature of a square number is its geometric representation.

Een belangrijk kenmerk van een kwadraatgetal is de meetkundige voorstelling ervan.

verklaringnf.

It's impeachable, but I've made no such false representation.

Maar ik leg geen valse verklaring af.

afbeeldingnf.

Lync users will see a blank representation instead of your picture.

Lync-gebruikers zien dan een lege afbeelding in plaats van uw foto.

uitspraaknf.

Russell Investments Limited does not make any warranty or representation regarding the information.

Russell Investments verstrekt geen waarborg en doet geen uitspraak over de betrouwbaarheid van de informatie.

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Other translations for representation:

  • vertegenwoordigernm.
  • beeldnn.
  • verbeeldingnf.
  • presentatienf.
  • uitbeeldingnf.
  • beeldvormingnf.

representation: Examples and translations in context

Many people protested against the gerrymander because it limited fair representation.

Veel mensen protesteerden tegen de gerrymander omdat die eerlijke vertegenwoordiging ondermijnde.

A fair political system ensures equal representation of all people.

Een rechtvaardig politiek systeem zorgt voor gelijke vertegenwoordiging van alle mensen.

In politics, the voice of the minority often fights hard for equal representation.

In de politiek vecht de stem van de minderheid vaak hard voor gelijke vertegenwoordiging.

An efficient electoral system ensures fair representation of all voters.

Een efficiënt kiesstelsel zorgt voor een eerlijke vertegenwoordiging van alle kiezers.

An electoral system should promote representation of diverse political views.

Een kiesstelsel moet bijdragen aan een goede vertegenwoordiging van uiteenlopende politieke opvattingen.

Womens' representation is slowly increasing in the political sphere.

De vertegenwoordiging van vrouwen in het politieke leven neemt langzaam toe.

He spoke democratically in favor of equal rights and fair representation.

Hij sprak zich op democratische wijze uit voor gelijke rechten en eerlijke vertegenwoordiging.

His antidemocratic views alienated many voters who believe in equal representation.

Zijn antidemocratische opvattingen vervreemdden veel kiezers die in gelijke vertegenwoordiging geloven.

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