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표상하다 (verb)

To represent or symbolize an idea, object, or feeling through an image or a specific form. It refers to the mental or artistic representation of reality.

💬 Example

"비둘기는 평화를 표상한다."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'Pyo' (표) as a 'Photo' and 'Sang' (상) as a 'Sign'. To '표상하다' is to use a 'Photo-Sign' to represent a big...

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🔗 Synonyms
상징하다 나타내다 재현하다 묘사하다
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using '표상하다' for sports representatives. → 한국을 대표하는 축구 선수.

Confusing '표상하다' with '표현하다'. → 슬픔을 표상하는 색깔. vs 슬픔을 표현하다.

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