das Symbolfoto
Translation
stock photo, generic image, illustrative photo
Examples
Die Zeitung verwendete ein Symbolfoto.
The newspaper used a stock photo.
Grammar Patterns
to use a stock photo ein Symbolfoto verwenden Die Zeitung verwendete ein Symbolfoto.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Beispielfoto (example photo), Platzhalterbild (placeholder image).
Etymology
A compound of 'Symbol' (symbol) and 'Foto' (photo). A photo that serves as a symbol.
Memory Tips
It's not a photo of the actual event, but a generic one that symbolizes the topic.