nounmasculinepl: logograms
logograma
1. A written character or symbol that represents a word or morpheme rather than individual sounds or letters
Chinese characters are examples of logograms used in writing systems.
Os caracteres chineses são exemplos de logogrmas usados em sistemas de escrita.
2. A symbol or sign that stands for a complete word or concept, commonly used in modern visual communication and branding
The @ symbol functions as a logogram in email addresses.
O símbolo @ funciona como um logograma em endereços de e-mail.
3. In linguistics, a grapheme that represents a morpheme or word as a whole unit
The ampersand (&) is a logogram representing the word 'and'.
O símbolo de E comercial (&) é um logograma que representa a palavra 'e'.
This is a specialized linguistic and typographic term used primarily in academic contexts, design, and technology fields. In Brazil, it's commonly discussed in linguistics courses and typography/design education. The term has become increasingly relevant with digital communication and emoji usage, which function similarly to logograms in modern writing systems.
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