denotation
intermediateB2/ˌdiːnəʊˈteɪʃən/ · de-no-ta-tion
The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.
Meanings
The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.
لفظ کا حقیقی یا بنیادی معنی، جس کے برعکس وہ جذبات یا تصورات ہیں جو لفظ تجویز کرتا ہے۔
اِشارَت
isharat
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Common Collocations
- literal denotation
- denotation and connotation
- denotative meaning
Example Sentences
The denotation of the word 'rose' is a type of flower.
لفظ 'گلاب' کا اشارہ ایک قسم کے پھول کی طرف ہے۔
lafz 'gulaab' ka isharah aik qism ke phool ki taraf hai.
In linguistics, denotation is contrasted with connotation.
لسانیات میں، اشارہ معنی کے ساتھ متضاد ہوتا ہے۔
lisaniyat mein, isharah ma'ni ke sath mutzaad hota hai.
Understanding the denotation of a word is essential for effective communication.
لفظ کے اشارے کو سمجھنا مؤثر بات چیت کے لئے ضروری ہے۔
lafz ke isharay ko samajhna mo'asar baat cheet ke liye zaroori hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'denote' as 'to show' the main meaning of a word.
Imagine a dictionary opened to show the literal meaning of a word.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
خموش لہجے میں کہتا ہے دل کا اشارہ
khamosh lehze mein kehta hai dil ka isharah
In a silent tone, the heart speaks its denotation
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* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
نیلا آسمان دیکھ کر بلبل گانا شروع کرتی ہے
neela aasman dekh kar bulbul gana shuru karti hai
The nightingale begins to sing only when it sees the blue sky
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "denotatio" — a marking out, indication
First known use: 15th century
The term 'denotation' has its roots in Latin, where 'denotare' means 'to signify or indicate'. It has evolved to refer specifically to the primary or literal meaning of a word or expression.