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表意文字
A graphic symbol that represents an idea or concept, independent of any particular word or phrase. This contrasts with phonograms, which represent sounds.
Examples in context
漢字は世界的に珍しい表意文字です
Kanji are rare ideographs globally.
表意文字は視覚的に意味を伝える
Ideographs convey meaning visually.
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