Expresivas (en. Expressive)

/eks.pɾeˈsi.βas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has the ability to manifest feelings or emotions through gestures or words.
His way of speaking is very expressive and moving.
Su forma de hablar es muy expresiva y conmovedora.
That produces or conveys a great emotional load.
The music he chose was very expressive and emotional.
La música que eligió era muy expresiva y emotiva.
Referring to gestures or actions that convey a clear message.
Her movements were expressive, capturing everyone's attention.
Sus movimientos eran expresivos, capturando la atención de todos.

Etymology

From Latin 'expressivus', meaning 'capable of expressing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

expressive gaze
A gaze that communicates emotions or thoughts without the need for words.
mirada expresiva
expressive gestures
Movements that reveal clear feelings or intentions.
gestos expresivos
expressive words
Phrases that intensely convey what one wishes to communicate.
palabras expresivas

Related Words

express
To make feelings, ideas, or thoughts known.
expresar
expression
The way feelings or ideas are manifested through words or gestures.
expresión
communication
The act of conveying information between people.
comunicación

Slang Meanings

Expressive individuals who stand out in their emotional behavior.
That actress is super expressive, she gives her all in every scene.
Esa actriz es súper expresiva, lo da todo en cada escena.
Use of exaggerated gestures to enhance communication.
When she talks, she loves to be very expressive, almost like an actress.
Cuando habla, le encanta ser muy expresiva, casi como una actriz.