noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
outward sign; manifestation
Refers to a visible or tangible indication of something internal or abstract. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
彼の笑顔は内心の喜びの表徴だった。
His smile was an outward sign of his inner joy.
この症状は病
This symptom appears as a manifestation of the illness.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
Represents an abstract concept or quality through a concrete object or image. Can be used as a transitive verb with を to mean 'symbolize'.
鳩は平和の表徴とされている。
The dove is considered a symbol of peace.
この旗は自由を表徴する。
This flag symbolizes freedom.
noun
distinguishing mark; diagnostic character
Technical term in biology for a trait used to identify or classify organisms.
この種の表徴は羽の模様である。
The distinguishing mark of this species is the pattern on its wings.