simgesi

Simgesi is a Turkish noun meaning "the symbol" or "its symbol." It is formed from simge, meaning symbol, with the possessive suffix -si, which yields phrases such as devletin simgesi (the symbol of the state) or barışın simgesi (the symbol of peace). The plural form is simgeler, and the adjective simgesel means "symbolic."

In everyday usage, simge denotes something that stands for or represents another thing, often by cultural convention. It can refer to concrete emblems such as a flag, a logo, or a coat of arms, or to abstract ideas such as freedom or love when described as a symbol of that idea. In art, literature, and religion, objects, colors, or motifs are often discussed in terms of their simge properties, as carriers of meaning beyond their physical form.

In semiotics, simge is used to discuss the way signs relate to their referents by convention rather than by resemblance or direct connection. This distinguishes symbols from signs that function primarily by likeness or by causal association.

Related terms include simge (symbol) and simgesel (symbolic). The concept of simge and simgesi is central to discussions of cultural symbolism, ritual, branding, and visual communication, where symbols help convey complex ideas efficiently across contexts.