What is symbolism?

The differences between symbols and marks are as follows:

1, different borrowers

Symbol (short for "taking things as things") is to express a certain idea, thought, spirit, morality and so on with the help of objects. For example, "Mei" symbolizes nobility, exquisiteness, elegance and simplicity; Symbolized by "chrysanthemum", it is noble and strong. Holding something to express one's will is to express one's mind with the help of the symbolic meaning of things.

2, the classification is different

Symbols are divided into whole symbols and local symbols; Everything is a whole.

3. Different emphases

Symbolism focuses on expressing the objective meaning and spiritual essence of things, and expressing some ideas, thoughts, spirits, morals, etc. With the help of objects; For example, roses represent love; Plum blossoms represent strength; Lotus stands for sublimity; Lighthouse represents hope; It is important to express one's will to express the author's subjective thoughts and feelings.

Similarity between symbol and expression of will;

1. Holding things and expressing aspirations belongs to the overall composition technique, and the symbol is the local writing method in the article. The two can sometimes be combined. Generally speaking, they are complementary.

2. Symbolism and expressing ambition by things are both ways to describe people by things, and both give the author some emotions by giving the image some personalized characteristics.