gesture in Chinese
gesture in Chinese is 手勢 — gesture means a movement of the hands, arms, or body used to express or emphasise a meaning.
gesture in Chinese
手勢
Pronounced: shǒu shì
An act or a remark that serves as a formality or as a sign of attitude.
What does "gesture" mean?
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noun A movement of the hands, arms, or body used to express or emphasise a meaning.
"With a quick gesture of her hand, the teacher asked the class to be quiet."
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noun An action done for its symbolic value, especially to show goodwill or attitude, rather than for practical effect.
"Inviting the new neighbours for tea was a friendly gesture that meant a lot to them."
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verb To move the hands or body to express or point something out.
"The guide gestured at the mountain and told us to look up."
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gesture in a sentence
- With a quick gesture of her hand, the teacher asked the class to be quiet.
- He waved his hand in a dismissive gesture.
- Inviting the new neighbours for tea was a friendly gesture that meant a lot to them.
- Bringing flowers was a kind gesture after the funeral.
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What is "gesture" in Chinese?
"gesture" in Chinese is 手勢. gesture means: A movement of the hands, arms, or body used to express or emphasise a meaning.
How do you pronounce 手勢?
"gesture" in Chinese is 手勢, pronounced "shǒu shì".
How do you use "gesture" in a sentence?
Example: "With a quick gesture of her hand, the teacher asked the class to be quiet." In Chinese, "gesture" is 手勢.
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