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    Mímica (en. Mime)

    /ˈmimika/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Artistic representation consisting of the imitation of bodily movements.
    Mime is a form of expression widely used in theater.
    La mí­mica es una forma de expresión muy utilizada en el teatro.
    Acting style based on gestures and movements without the use of words.
    The mime actor was able to convey his emotions without saying a single word.
    El actor de mí­mica logró transmitir sus emociones sin decir una sola palabra.
    Technique used in non-verbal communication to express feelings.
    Children often use mime to communicate when they lack words.
    Los niños a menudo usan la mí­mica para comunicarse cuando no tienen palabras.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'mimikos', meaning 'to imitate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to mime
    Imitating someone in a funny or exaggerated way.
    hacer mímica
    body mime
    Using the body to express oneself without words.
    mímica corporal
    art of mime
    Discipline that studies the technique of gestural imitation.
    arte de la mí­mica

    Related Words

    mime artist
    A person who performs or is dedicated to the art of mime.
    mímico
    gesture
    Movement made with the body, especially with the hands.
    gesto
    theater
    An art form that includes acting, often combined with mime.
    teatro

    Slang Meanings

    Exaggerated or funny imitation of someone.
    That interpretation you did of your teacher was pure mime.
    Esa interpretación que hiciste de tu profesor fue pura mí­mica.
    Acting without words that causes laughter.
    The mime show we saw last night was incredible.
    El show de mí­mica que vimos anoche fue increíble.