gesture
gesture
physical signal
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gesture with Russian translation
gesture usage examples
Учитель сделал мягкий жест, чтобы дети подошли ближе.
The teacher made a gentle gesture for the children to come forward.
В том городе указывать указательным пальцем — оскорбительный жест, поэтому туристы этого избегают.
In that town, pointing with the thumb is an insulting gesture, so tourists avoid it.
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gesture belongs to the topic "Culture and Traditions of Countries". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
gesture synonyms
What's the difference between gesture / sign / signal / facial expression
general term for a communicative movement of the body or hands
He made a small gesture to show he agreed.
Он сделал небольшой жест, чтобы показать, что согласен.
A nod is often used as a sign of agreement.
Кивок часто используется как знак согласия.
She signalled him to stop with her hand.
Она подала ему сигнал рукой, чтобы остановиться.
the look on someone's face that shows emotion or intention
His facial expression showed surprise.
Его мимика показала удивление.
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How to pronounce gesture and what this word means
gesture translation: жест. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce gesture
/ə ˈdʒɛstʃə/
gesture translation
жест
gesture examples
The teacher made a gentle gesture for the children to come forward.
gesture transcription
/ə ˈdʒɛstʃə/, /ˈdʒɛstʃər/
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Questions about this word
gesture meaning: what does it mean?
physical signal
gesture pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
gesture is pronounced as /ə ˈdʒɛstʃə/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
gesture definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The teacher made a gentle gesture for the children to come forward. Translation: Учитель сделал мягкий жест, чтобы дети подошли ближе.
Is gesture part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?
Yes, gesture (жест) can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is gesture part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, gesture (жест) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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