expressing one's intent; gesture
Refers to the act of conveying meaning or intention, often through non-verbal means or symbolic representation. Can be used in contexts like communication theory or semiotics.
ideography
Specifically refers to the use of ideograms or characters that represent ideas directly, as opposed to phonetic writing. Often encountered in the compound 表意文字 (ideographic characters).
See also: 表意文字
Sign language is one means of expressing intent through hand movements.
This pictogram expresses an emotion.
Kanji are often regarded as a type of ideographic character.
figurative constant
ideogram; ideograph; ideographic script
Compound of 表 (express, represent) and 意 (meaning, intent). The term is a Sino-Japanese word used primarily in linguistic and semiotic contexts.