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figurative in Czech

figurative in Czech is přenesený, obrazný — figurative means using words in a non-literal, symbolic way, such as through metaphor or simile, rather than their exact meaning.

figurative in Czech

přenesený
adj
Of use as a metaphor, simile, metonym or other figure of speech, as opposed to literal; using figures.
obrazný
adj
Of use as a metaphor, simile, metonym or other figure of speech, as opposed to literal; using figures.

What does "figurative" mean?

  1. adj Using words in a non-literal, symbolic way, such as through metaphor or simile, rather than their exact meaning.
    ""Drowning in paperwork" is a figurative expression, not a literal one."
  2. adj In art, representing recognizable, lifelike forms rather than pure abstraction.
    "The gallery’s new exhibit focused on figurative painting rather than abstract work."
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figurative in a sentence

  • "Drowning in paperwork" is a figurative expression, not a literal one.
  • The gallery’s new exhibit focused on figurative painting rather than abstract work.

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What is "figurative" in Czech?

"figurative" in Czech is přenesený, obrazný. figurative means: Using words in a non-literal, symbolic way, such as through metaphor or simile, rather than their exact meaning.

How do you use "figurative" in a sentence?

Example: ""Drowning in paperwork" is a figurative expression, not a literal one." In Czech, "figurative" is přenesený, obrazný.

Are there other ways to say "figurative" in Czech?

Yes — Czech has 2 translations listed for "figurative": přenesený, obrazný.

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