Sonreir (en. Smile)

/sonˈrei̯ɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To express happiness or satisfaction through the movement of facial muscles, especially around the mouth.
She always smiles when she sees me.
Ella siempre sonríe cuando me ve.
To react positively or friendly to something.
The good joke made him smile.
El buen chiste lo hizo sonreír.
To manifest spirit or confidence.
Smiling in the face of challenges is important.
Sonreír ante los desafíos es importante.

Etymology

From the Latin 'subrĭdere', which means: 'to smile or show teeth.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

smile please
Ask for it politely.
sonríe por favor
to smile in the face of adversity
Maintain a positive attitude in difficult times.
sonreír ante la adversidad
a smile is worth more than a thousand words
A smile can express more than any word.
una sonrisa vale más que mil palabras

Related Words

smile
Expression of joy or satisfaction visible on the face.
sonrisa
laughter
Cheerful sound resulting from fun.
risas
joy
Emotional state of happiness.
alegría
happiness
State of complete satisfaction.
felicidad

Slang Meanings

To smile sarcastically.
He smiled at me mockingly.
Me sonrió en plan de burla.
To smile openly.
She smiles as if she knows a secret.
Se sonríe como si supiera un secreto.