Wordiyoportfolio
Definitions
1. A flat case for carrying loose documents or drawings. 2. A collection of work samples showcasing one's abilities. 3. A range of investments held by a person or institution. 4. The area of responsibility of a government minister.
1. 公文包；画夹 2. 作品集；代表作选辑 3. 投资组合 4. （部长的）职责范围；部长职务
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedPortfolio comes from Italian 'portafoglio': porta (carry, from Latin portare) + foglio (leaf/sheet of paper, from Latin folium). The literal meaning is 'carry leaves/sheets' — a case for carrying loose papers. The meaning later extended to any curated collection one 'carries' to show: artworks, investments, or ministerial duties.
Why It Means This
Portfolio entered English from Italian 'portafoglio', composed of porta (carry) and foglio (leaf, sheet of paper). It originally meant a case for carrying loose sheets or documents. Over time the meaning broadened: in the arts it became a collection of one's best work; in finance it refers to a set of investments; and in politics it denotes a minister's area of responsibility. The phrase 'minister without portfolio' describes an official who holds cabinet rank but has no specific department.
Common Collocations
- 1.investment portfolio投资组合
- 2.design portfolio设计作品集
- 3.minister without portfolio无任所部长
- 4.diversify a portfolio分散投资组合
- 5.build a portfolio建立作品集
Example Sentences
- 1.
She brought her design portfolio to the job interview.
- 2.
A well-diversified portfolio reduces investment risk.
- 3.
The minister was given the education portfolio.