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symbolism in German

symbolism in German is Symbolik, Symbolismus — symbolism means the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

symbolism in German

Symbolik
noun
Representation of a concept through symbols or underlying meanings of objects or qualities. [from between 1645 and 1655.]
Symbolismus
noun
Representation of a concept through symbols or underlying meanings of objects or qualities. [from between 1645 and 1655.]

What does "symbolism" mean?

  1. noun The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
    "The novel is rich with religious symbolism."
  2. noun An artistic movement from late 19th-century France and Belgium that used symbols and suggestive imagery instead of literal realism.
    "The painter's dreamlike canvases are considered a landmark of Symbolism."
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symbolism in a sentence

  • The novel is rich with religious symbolism.
  • Colour symbolism plays a big part in the film's visual style.
  • The painter's dreamlike canvases are considered a landmark of Symbolism.

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What is "symbolism" in German?

"symbolism" in German is Symbolik, Symbolismus. symbolism means: The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

How do you use "symbolism" in a sentence?

Example: "The novel is rich with religious symbolism." In German, "symbolism" is Symbolik, Symbolismus.

Are there other ways to say "symbolism" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "symbolism": Symbolik, Symbolismus.

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