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    Sonrisa (en. Smile)

    /sonˈrisa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A gesture of pleasure that is manifested through the contraction of facial muscles.
    Her smile lit up the room.
    Su sonrisa iluminó la habitación.
    An emotional reaction that communicates joy or satisfaction.
    A child's smile can be contagious.
    La sonrisa de un niño puede ser contagiosa.
    The act of smiling, which can be physical or symbolic.
    She always wears a smile on her face, even in difficult times.
    Ella siempre lleva una sonrisa en el rostro, incluso en los momentos difíciles.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'subrisus', participle of 'subridere', which means to smile.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ear-to-ear smile
    A broad smile that expresses great joy.
    sonrisa de oreja a oreja
    to bring a smile
    To cause someone to smile.
    sacar una sonrisa
    to have a smile for someone
    To show joy or kindness towards a person.
    tener una sonrisa para alguien

    Related Words

    to smile
    A verb that means to show teeth in an expression of joy.
    sonreír
    joy
    A state of feeling pleasure or happiness.
    alegría
    happiness
    An emotional state of well-being and satisfaction.
    felicidad

    Slang Meanings

    Side smile
    You could see the side smile when she heard the gossip.
    Se le notaba la sonrisa de lado cuando escuchó el chisme.
    Nervous smile
    His nervous smile betrayed his uncertainty.
    Su sonrisa nerviosa delataba su incertidumbre.
    Charming smile
    Her charming smile is her best calling card.
    Su sonrisa encantadora es su mejor carta de presentación.