Emblematic Meaning in English
word
ˌɛmbɫəˈmætɪk
em-bluh-MA-tik
ˌɛmbəlmˈætɪk
em-buhl-MA-tik
Definition
If something is emblematic, it represents or is a symbol of a particular idea, quality, or group.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in formal or written English, often to describe symbols, cultural icons, or actions. It is rarely used in casual conversation. Can be used with 'of' to show what is symbolized: 'emblematic of freedom'.
Spanish: emblemático - representativoPortuguese (BR): emblemático - representativoPortuguese (PT): emblemático - representativoChinese (Simplified): 象徵性的 - 代表性的Chinese (Traditional): 象徵性的 - 代表性的Hindi: प्रतीकात्मकArabic: رمزي - دال علىBengali: প্রতীকী - চিহ্নসূচকRussian: символический - знаковыйJapanese: 象徴的（しょうちょうてき）Vietnamese: biểu tượng - tượng trưngKorean: 상징적인Turkish: sembolikUrdu: علامتی - نشان دہIndonesian: simbolik - mewakili
Example Sentences
The Statue of Liberty is emblematic of freedom.
basic
This song is emblematic of the 1960s.
basic
Her painting became emblematic of the city’s culture.
basic
His bold speech was emblematic of the protest movement.
natural
That victory was emblematic of their teamwork and spirit.
natural
The slow internet here is emblematic of rural areas.
natural