symbol
gb/sˈɪmbəl/ us/sˈɪmbəl/
A2
Inglês
~ 2700
szimbólum, jelkép, jel, karakter, megtestesítő
SUBSTANTIVO
A2
1
Padrão de uso:
[symbol] of [something]
The dove is a universal symbol of peace.
A galamb a béke egyetemes szimbóluma.
The heart is a common symbol for love.
A szív a szerelem gyakori szimbóluma.
The flag is a powerful national symbol.
The cross is an important religious symbol in Christianity.
This logo is the company's official symbol.
Exemplos para estudantes
A red rose is a symbol of love.
A vörös rózsa a szerelem szimbóluma.
The lion is a symbol of strength.
Az oroszlán az erő szimbóluma.
The star is a symbol on the flag.
The apple is a symbol in the story.
The tree is a symbol of life.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'symbol' with 'symptom'. A symptom is a sign of a medical condition, while a symbol represents an idea or concept.
Significado
mark representing an idea
Colocações
national symbol
|religious symbol
|status symbol
|peace symbol
|symbol of freedom
Sinônimos
sign (More general; can refer to any mark or indicator, not always representing abstract concepts.)
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emblem (Often used for official or formal symbols, such as those of organizations or nations.)
Antônimos
reality (Contrasts with a representation; reality is the actual thing rather than something that stands for it.)
Temas
communication
|culture
|language
|arts_entertainment
|core_vocabulary
Definição
A picture, mark, or object that shows an idea or meaning.
A sign, shape, or object that is used to represent a particular idea, quality, or process.
SUBSTANTIVO
B1
TECHNICAL
2
The dollar sign ($) is the currency symbol for the United States.
A dollárjel ($) az Egyesült Államok pénznemének a jele.
The plus sign (+) is a mathematical symbol for addition.
A pluszjel (+) az összeadás matematikai jele.
H is the chemical symbol for hydrogen.
Exemplos para estudantes
$ is the symbol for dollars.
A $ a dollár jele.
+ is the symbol for plus.
A + a plusz jele.
O is the symbol for oxygen.
Erro comum:
Learners may confuse 'symbol' with 'logo'. A logo represents a brand visually, but not all symbols are logos.
Significado
written or printed character
Colocações
currency symbol
|mathematical symbol
|chemical symbol
Sinônimos
character (Refers broadly to any written sign, including letters and symbols.)
Temas
language
|mathematics
|technology
|communication
|education
|science
Definição
A letter, number, or sign used in writing or math.
A character such as a letter, number, or punctuation mark used in writing, printing, or mathematics.
SUBSTANTIVO
B2
3
Padrão de uso:
[symbol] of [something]
She became a symbol of the women's rights movement.
A nőjogi mozgalom jelképévé vált.
Nelson Mandela is seen as a symbol of freedom and justice.
Nelson Mandelát a szabadság és az igazságosság jelképének tekintik.
The building stands as a symbol of the city's history.
Exemplos para estudantes
He is a symbol of courage.
Ő a bátorság jelképe.
The old tree is a symbol of the town.
Az öreg fa a város jelképe.
She is a symbol of kindness.
Significado
person/thing representing an idea
Colocações
symbol of hope
|symbol of change
Sinônimos
icon (Often used for famous people who represent certain qualities or eras.)
Temas
culture
|society
|communication
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definição
A person or thing that shows a special idea or quality very clearly.
A person or thing that strongly represents a particular idea or quality.
Gramática
Forma no dicionário
symbol
AFI
GB/sˈɪmbəl/
US/sˈɪmbəl/
Sílabas e tonicidade
sym - bol (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (sym)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: symbol
- Plural: symbols
Família de palavras
Expressões
national symbol
1/nˈæʃnəl sˈɪmbəl/
fixed phrase
emblem representing nation
A picture, object, or sign that represents a country.
Exemplos
- The maple leaf is a national symbol of Canada.
- The bald eagle is the national symbol of the United States.
status symbol
1/stˈætəs sˈɪmbəl/
fixed phrase
object showing wealth/status
Something you own that shows other people you are rich or important.
Exemplos
- Owning a luxury car has long been considered a status symbol.
- For many, the latest smartphone is more than just a gadget—it's a status symbol.
symbol of hope
1/sˈɪmbəl əv hˈoʊp/
fixed phrase
thing representing hope
Something that makes people feel hope.
Exemplos
- The rescued child became a symbol of hope for the whole community.
- The lighthouse was a symbol of hope for sailors.