No. 4,732 in Portuguese
emblemática
"Emblemática" means "symbolic" or "representative of something significant."
In a sentence
A igreja histórica é emblemática da cidade.
The historic church is emblematic of the city.
In this sentence, 'emblemática' is used to describe the historic church as a symbol or representative icon of the city, highlighting its significance or distinctive feature.
Sua atuação emblemática no filme foi elogiada pela crítica.
Her emblematic performance in the movie was praised by critics.
In this case, 'emblemática' is used to denote the performance as memorable or symbolic, showcasing stand-out qualities that define its essence.
Essa situação emblemática retrata os desafios enfrentados na atualidade.
This emblematic situation portrays the challenges faced nowadays.
Here, 'emblemática' characterizes the situation as representative of broader issues or challenges, making it an illustration or symbol of the current context.
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