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Symbolik

German → American English

American English

symbolism

Gesamtheit oder Verwendung von Symbolen; die symbolische Bedeutung von etwas.

Die Symbolik der Farben spielt in dem Gemälde eine wichtige Rolle.

„Symbolik“ is often used for the system or use of symbols in art, religion, literature, or culture. It is more abstract than „Symbol“ and less everyday than „Zeichen“.

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Frequently asked questions

What does „Symbolik“ mean in English?
„Symbolik“ means „symbolism“ in English.
How do you use „Symbolik“ in a sentence?
Example: „Die Symbolik des Bildes ist leicht zu erkennen.“ = „The symbolism of the picture is easy to recognize.“
Is „Symbolik“ the same as „Symbolismus“?
They are close, but „Symbolik“ usually refers to the use or meaning of symbols, while „Symbolismus“ is more often the artistic or literary movement.