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.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
iconic eventsymbolic eventrepresentative eventlandmark eventdefining moment
Antonyms / Antônimos
insignificant eventforgettable occurrenceunremarkable event

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
evento emblemático
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
evento emblemático / acontecimento simbólico
Common in business and media contexts
Rio de Janeiro
evento emblemático / fato marcante
Often used in cultural and social discussions
Portugal
acontecimento emblemático
Preferred usage; 'evento' sometimes replaced with 'acontecimento'

Related Words

emblemsymbolismrepresentationmilestonewatershed momentturning point

Related Idioms & Phrases

a defining moment
a watershed moment
the writing on the wall
a turning point
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