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Old 06-Nov-2006, 14:42
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could you tell me the differece of between represent and stand for?
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could you tell me the differece of between represent and stand for?
Both expressions have several meanings. When they overlap, they are synonyms meaning "is a symbol of".

The flag represents our country.
The flag stands for our country.

rep·re·sent (rĕp'rĭ-zĕnt')
tr.v., -sent·ed, -sent·ing, -sents.
    1. To stand for; symbolize: The bald eagle represents the United States.
    2. To indicate or communicate by signs or symbols: Letters of the alphabet represent sounds.
    1. To depict in art; portray.
    2. To describe or present in words; set forth.
  1. To present clearly to the mind.
  2. To draw attention to by way of remonstrance or protest: Our parents represented to us the need for greater caution.
  3. To describe or put forward (a person or thing) as an embodiment of a specified quality.
    1. To serve as the official and authorized delegate or agent for.
    2. To act as a spokesperson for.
  4. To serve as an example of: The museum had several paintings representing the artist's early style.
  5. To be the equivalent of.
    1. To stage (a play, for example); produce.
    2. To act the part or role of.
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