sneer in German
sneer in German is Hohnlächeln, höhnisches Grinsen — sneer means to curl the lip slightly in contempt or scorn.
sneer in German
Hohnlächeln
A facial expression where one slightly raises one corner of the upper lip, generally indicating scorn.
höhnisches Grinsen
A facial expression where one slightly raises one corner of the upper lip, generally indicating scorn.
What does "sneer" mean?
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verb To curl the lip slightly in contempt or scorn.
"He sneered at the suggestion, as if it were beneath him."
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noun A facial expression or remark showing contempt.
"There was a sneer on his face as he read the letter."
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sneer in a sentence
- He sneered at the suggestion, as if it were beneath him.
- She sneered when she saw his cheap watch.
- There was a sneer on his face as he read the letter.
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What is "sneer" in German?
"sneer" in German is Hohnlächeln, höhnisches Grinsen. sneer means: To curl the lip slightly in contempt or scorn.
How do you use "sneer" in a sentence?
Example: "He sneered at the suggestion, as if it were beneath him." In German, "sneer" is Hohnlächeln, höhnisches Grinsen.
Are there other ways to say "sneer" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "sneer": Hohnlächeln, höhnisches Grinsen.
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