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gesture in Dutch

gesture in Dutch is gebaar, geste, gebaren — gesture means a movement of the hands, arms, or body used to express or emphasise a meaning.

gesture in Dutch

gebaar
noun
geste
noun
gebaren
verb
(transitive) To express or signal (to someone) by a gesture or gestures (to do something, go somewhere, etc).

What does "gesture" mean?

  1. 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."
  2. 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."
  3. 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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Frequently asked questions

What is "gesture" in Dutch?
"gesture" in Dutch is gebaar, geste, gebaren. gesture means: A movement of the hands, arms, or body used to express or emphasise a meaning.
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 Dutch, "gesture" is gebaar, geste, gebaren.
Are there other ways to say "gesture" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "gesture": gebaar, geste, gebaren.
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