pictogram

[/ˈpɪktəɡræm/]
nounmasculinepl: pictograms
pictograma
1. a symbol or picture that represents a word or idea without using words; a graphic representation
The airport uses pictograms to help travelers find restrooms and gates.
O aeroporto usa pictogramas para ajudar os viajantes a encontrar banheiros e portões.
2. a chart or graph that uses pictures or symbols to represent statistical data
The infographic displayed sales data through colorful pictograms.
A infografia exibiu dados de vendas através de pictogramas coloridos.
3. a form of writing using pictures or symbols, as in ancient hieroglyphics
Ancient Egyptian pictograms tell stories of pharaohs and gods.
Os pictogramas egípcios antigos contam histórias de faraós e deuses.
Pictograms are increasingly important in Brazilian and American design, particularly in urban signage, user interfaces, and data visualization. They transcend language barriers, making them valuable in multicultural cities like São Paulo and New York. In Brazil, pictograms are commonly used in public transportation systems and government information design.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
iconsymbolpictographideogramglyph
Antonyms / Antônimos
alphabettextwriting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pictograma
Most common usage in modern Portuguese
São Paulo
pictograma
Standard usage in business and design contexts
Portugal
pictograma
Also used; may also see 'pictografia' for the practice
Technical/Academic
ideograma or símbolo pictórico
Alternative terms used in academic contexts

Related Words

hieroglyphinfographicsymbolvisual communicationsemioticsiconography

Related Idioms & Phrases

a picture is worth a thousand words
visual communication
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