token
intermediateB1/ˈtoʊ.kən/ · to-ken
A symbol, sign, or representation of something.
Meanings
A symbol, sign, or representation of something.
کسی چیز کا نشان، علامت یا نمائندگی۔
علامت
aalamat
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- token of appreciation
- token gesture
- token amount
Example Sentences
He gave her a token of affection on their anniversary.
اس نے اپنی سالگرہ پر اسے محبت کی علامت دی۔
Us ne apni salgirah par use mohabbat ki aalamat di.
The token represents a commitment to the project.
یہ علامت منصوبے کے لیے عزم کی نمائندگی کرتی ہے۔
Yeh aalamat mansube ke liye azm ki namayandagi karti hai.
She received a token for her excellent performance.
اس نے اپنی شاندار کارکردگی کے لیے ایک سکہ حاصل کیا۔
Us ne apni shandaar karkardagi ke liye ek sikka hasil kiya.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a token as a ticket or symbol that represents something valuable.
Imagine holding a ticket that grants you access to a special event.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
عشق میں جس کو اعتبار نہ ہو، وہ تو بس ایک سکہ ہے بیکار نہ ہو۔
Ishq mein jis ko aitbaar na ho, Woh to bas ek sikka hai bekaar na ho.
In love, if one is not valued, Then they are just a worthless token.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
نیکی کا سکہ کبھی ضائع نہیں ہوتا۔
Neki ka sikka kabhi zaayi nahi hota.
A token of goodness never goes waste.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "tācne" — a sign, model, or proof
First known use: 14th century
The word 'token' has evolved from Old English 'tācne' referring to a sign or proof to its modern usage in various fields including tokens of appreciation and currency.