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象征性
xiàngzhēngxìng
Description
象征性的意思是只有象征的作用，不是真的很重要或很多。
The meaning of 象征性 is that it only serves as a symbol and is not really important or substantial.
比如象征性地付一点钱，只是做个样子。
For example, paying a small amount 象征性 means just doing it for show.
Meanings
象征性xiàngzhēngxìng
symbolic; token; nominal
他象征性地收了一块钱。
He symbolically accepted one yuan.
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Notes
- Etymology
象征 (symbol) + 性 (a suffix forming adjectives, '-ness/-ic').
- Nuance
often implies something is done just for show, not for real effect.
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