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symbol in Japanese

symbol in Japanese is 記号, 符号, シンボル — symbol means a written character or image that stands for an idea, object, or sound.

symbol in Japanese

記号
noun
Pronounced: kigō
A character or glyph representing an idea, concept or object.
符号
noun
Pronounced: fugō
A character or glyph representing an idea, concept or object.
シンボル
noun
Pronounced: shinboru
象徴
noun
Pronounced: shōchō
記号
noun
Pronounced: kigō

What does "symbol" mean?

  1. noun A written character or image that stands for an idea, object, or sound.
    "The dollar sign is a symbol for currency."
  2. noun A person, object, or action that represents a larger idea or quality.
    "The dove has long been a symbol of peace."

symbol in a sentence

  • The dollar sign is a symbol for currency.
  • Chemists use a one- or two-letter symbol for each element.
  • The dove has long been a symbol of peace.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "symbol" in Japanese?

"symbol" in Japanese is 記号, 符号, シンボル. symbol means: A written character or image that stands for an idea, object, or sound.

How do you pronounce 記号?

"symbol" in Japanese is 記号, pronounced "kigō".

How do you use "symbol" in a sentence?

Example: "The dollar sign is a symbol for currency." In Japanese, "symbol" is 記号, 符号, シンボル.

Are there other ways to say "symbol" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 4 translations listed for "symbol": 記号, 符号, シンボル, 象徴.

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