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smirk in German

smirk in German is Geschmunzel, feixen, grinsen — smirk means a sly, self-satisfied, or mocking half-smile.

smirk in German

Geschmunzel
noun
An uneven, often crooked smile that is insolent, self-satisfied, conceited or scornful.
feixen
verb
To smile in a way that is affected, smug, insolent or contemptuous.
grinsen
verb
To smile in a way that is affected, smug, insolent or contemptuous.

What does "smirk" mean?

  1. noun A sly, self-satisfied, or mocking half-smile.
    "A smirk crossed his face when he realized he'd won."
  2. verb To smile in this sly or self-satisfied way.
    "She smirked as she watched her rival fumble the answer."
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smirk in a sentence

  • A smirk crossed his face when he realized he'd won.
  • She smirked as she watched her rival fumble the answer.

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What is "smirk" in German?

"smirk" in German is Geschmunzel, feixen, grinsen. smirk means: A sly, self-satisfied, or mocking half-smile.

How do you use "smirk" in a sentence?

Example: "A smirk crossed his face when he realized he'd won." In German, "smirk" is Geschmunzel, feixen, grinsen.

Are there other ways to say "smirk" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "smirk": Geschmunzel, feixen, grinsen.

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