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
| Positive | symbolisch |
|---|---|
| Comparative | symbolischer |
| Superlative | symbolischsten |
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.
