physiognomy in Swedish

physiognomy in Swedish is fysionomi, fysionomik — physiognomy means the practice, now regarded as unscientific, of judging someone's character from their facial features and general appearance.

physiognomy in Swedish

fysionomi

noun

fysionomik

noun

The art or pseudoscience of deducing the predominant temper and other characteristic qualities of the mind from the outward appearance, especially from the features of the face.

What does "physiognomy" mean?

noun The practice, now regarded as unscientific, of judging someone's character from their facial features and general appearance.
"During a period of peak popularity in the 19ᵗʰ Century, the field of physiognomy became more sinister and racist than its quirky manifestation during the time of ancient Greeks."
noun A person's face, seen as showing something of their character.
noun The practice of predicting someone's future by studying their facial features.
noun The overall look of something, judged simply by appearance rather than by its technical properties.
"the physiognomy of a plant; of a meteor"

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

physiognomy in a sentence

During a period of peak popularity in the 19ᵗʰ Century, the field of physiognomy became more sinister and racist than its quirky manifestation during the time of ancient Greeks.
the physiognomy of a plant; of a meteor

Similar words in Swedish

countenance mug

Common Swedish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "physiognomy" in Swedish?

"physiognomy" in Swedish is fysionomi, fysionomik. physiognomy means: The practice, now regarded as unscientific, of judging someone's character from their facial features and general appearance.

Are there other ways to say "physiognomy" in Swedish?

Yes — Swedish has 2 translations listed for "physiognomy": fysionomi, fysionomik.

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