tượng trưng
Meaning
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Verb
To serve as a symbol or representation of a specific idea, quality, or object in a meaningful way.
vi Chim bồ câu trắng thường tượng trưng cho hòa bình.
en White pigeons often symbolize peace.
Noun
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, or the symbolic meaning attributed to a particular object.
vi Hoa sen là một tượng trưng cho sự thuần khiết.
en The lotus is a symbol of purity.
Adjective
Serving as a symbol or being used to represent something else, often a larger or more abstract concept.
vi Những món quà này chỉ mang tính chất tượng trưng.
en These gifts are only symbolic.