emblematic event
[em-bluh-MAT-ik i-VENT]
noun phrasepl: emblematic events / eventos emblemáticos
evento emblemático
1. A significant occurrence or happening that represents or symbolizes something larger, serving as a distinctive symbol or typical example of a particular concept, movement, or period
The moon landing was an emblematic event of the space age.
O pouso na lua foi um evento emblemático da era espacial.
2. A noteworthy incident that encapsulates the essential characteristics or spirit of a broader phenomenon or historical moment
The fall of the Berlin Wall was an emblematic event signifying the end of the Cold War.
A queda do Muro de Berlim foi um evento emblemático que simbolizou o fim da Guerra Fria.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'emblematic event' is commonly used in historical, political, and cultural discourse to highlight pivotal moments that shaped national identity or global consciousness. In Brazil, such events are frequently referenced in discussions about social movements and cultural transformations. The term carries weight in academic, journalistic, and institutional settings.
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