Risueñas (en. Smiling)

/ri.sweˈɲas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
One who has a cheerful and smiling attitude.
The cheerful young women brightened the party with their enthusiasm.
Las risueñas jóvenes alegraron la fiesta con su entusiasmo.
One that provokes or suggests laughter.
His cheerful comment made everyone at the table laugh.
Su comentario risueño hizo reír a todos en la mesa.
One that reflects friendliness and kindness.
The teacher has a cheerful way of interacting with her students.
La maestra tiene una manera risueña de interactuar con sus alumnos.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'sonreír', which comes from the Latin 'subridere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a cheerful smile
To have a smile that reflects joy and friendship.
tener una sonrisa risueña
cheerful attitude
Behavior that shows joy and good humor.
actitud risueña
cheerful gaze
Gaze that conveys happiness and friendliness.
mirada risueña

Related Words

smile
Facial expression that shows happiness.
sonrisa
joy
Feeling of pleasure and satisfaction.
alegría
joke
Comments or actions intended to make someone laugh.
broma

Slang Meanings

Someone who is always in a good mood.
That girl is so cheerful; she's always laughing!
Esa chica es tan risueña, siempre está riendo!
Description of a funny situation.
The meeting was cheerful; everyone had a lot of fun.
La reunión fue risueña, todos se divirtieron mucho.