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simbolico

symbolic

adjective seem-BOH-lee-koh Less Common

Also means

token

Usage Note

Simbolico agrees in gender and number: simbolica (f), simbolici (m pl), simboliche (f pl). Beyond the literal sense (relating to a symbol), it often means 'merely token' or 'nominal' — un gesto simbolico (a token gesture), un prezzo simbolico (a nominal price). Do not confuse with simbolo (symbol), the related noun.

Examples

"Ha fatto un gesto simbolico di solidarietà."

Natural Translation

He made a symbolic gesture of solidarity.

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