représenter

Senses

1. 1.

   to represent, to depict

   to show or portray something in a visual or symbolic form

2. 2.

   to act on behalf of, to represent

   to stand for someone's interests or speak in their name

3. 3.

   to constitute, to amount to

   to form or make up a particular quantity or proportion

4. 4.

   to stage, to perform

   to put on a theatrical production or presentation

Examples

• "Ce tableau représente un paysage montagneux."

  This painting depicts a mountainous landscape.

• "L'avocat représente son client devant le tribunal."

  The lawyer represents his client before the court.

• "Les femmes représentent 40% de la main-d'œuvre."

  Women make up 40% of the workforce.

Usage

Common in formal, legal, and descriptive contexts. Note that 'se représenter' (reflexive) means 'to run for office' or 'to imagine/picture oneself'. Avoid confusing with 'présenter' (to introduce/present).