ADJECTIVE

symbolisch/ˌzʏmˈboːlɪʃ/symbolic; figurative

symbolisch is a German adjective that means symbolic or figurative. It is pronounced /ˌzʏmˈboːlɪʃ/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "symbolischer" and "symbolischsten".

Definitions

1.serving as a symbol or representing something in an abstract or figurative way(abstract meaning)

a.expressing or representing an idea or quality through a symbol rather than literally

Die weiße Taube ist symbolisch für den Frieden.The white dove is symbolic of peace.

b.having only symbolic value; not meant to be taken literally

Das Geschenk hatte nur symbolischen Wert.The gift had only symbolic value.

Adjective Forms

Positivesymbolisch
Comparativesymbolischer
Superlativesymbolischsten

Frequently asked questions

What does "symbolisch" mean in English?
"symbolisch" means symbolic or figurative. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "symbolisch"?
"symbolisch" is pronounced /ˌzʏmˈboːlɪʃ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What are the comparative and superlative of "symbolisch"?
The comparative of "symbolisch" is "symbolischer" and the superlative is "symbolischsten".
What part of speech is "symbolisch"?
"symbolisch" is a adjective in German.

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