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symbolisieren

symbolize

verb züm-bo-li-ZEE-ren Less Common
Communication Expressions

Origin: from Greek 'symbolon' via Latin

Also means

represent

Usage Note

symbolisieren is a formal Latinate verb taking the -ieren ending shared by most borrowed verbs, which means its participle drops ge-: symbolisiert, not gesymbolisiert. It pairs naturally with the noun das Symbol.

Examples

"Die Taube symbolisiert den Frieden."

Natural Translation

The dove symbolizes peace.

Literal Translation

The dove symbolizes the peace.

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