Definition
符号 (fú hào) is the general word for any symbol, sign, or mark, especially in writing, math, or science. It is broader than 标志 (biāo zhì), which means a specific sign or logo (e.g., a traffic sign), and 象征 (xiàng zhēng), which is a symbol that represents an abstract idea (e.g., a dove as a symbol of peace).
noun
symbolsignmark
Easily confused
- 富豪fù háosound-alikerich and powerful person; tycoon
Examples
- 符号。Zhège shùxué fú hào biǎoshì jiāfǎ.This mathematical symbol represents addition.
- 符号。Lù biān de fú hào tíxǐng sījī jiǎnsù mànxíng.The sign by the road reminds drivers to slow down.
- 符号。Gēzi shì hépíng de fú hào.The dove is a symbol of peace.
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