Writing
象征 (xiàngzhēng) — how to say "symbol" in Chinese
象征
Symbol, emblem; to symbolize, to represent
verb · noun
Character composition
象
image
征
sign, indication
Radicals / Keys
彳
Step
#60 · chì · 3 strokes
豕
Pig
#152 · shǐ · 7 strokes
Synonyms
Collocations
象征和平
xiàngzhēng hépíng
symbolize peace
文化象征
wénhuà xiàngzhēng
cultural symbol
象征意义
xiàngzhēng yìyì
symbolic meaning
Examples
在中国文化中，龙常常被视为力量、智慧和好运的象征。
In Chinese culture, the dragon is often seen as a symbol of power, wisdom, and good luck.
鸽子象征和平。
The dove symbolizes peace.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say "symbol" in Chinese?
"symbol" in Chinese is 象征 (xiàngzhēng).
象征 meaning English
象征 (xiàngzhēng) means "Symbol, emblem; to symbolize, to represent".
How is 象征 pronounced?
It is pronounced xiàngzhēng (written as xiangzheng). You can listen to the pronunciation on this page.
How do you write "symbol" in Chinese characters?
It is written 象征: 象 has 11 strokes, 征 has 8 strokes. The Writing section above animates the stroke order of each character and lets you trace it.
What HSK level is 象征?
象征 belongs to the HSK 5 vocabulary list.
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