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smorfia — meaning in English

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English meaning

grimace noun A twisted facial expression, usually showing pain, disgust, or discomfort.
smirk noun A sly, self-satisfied, or mocking half-smile.

Senses

smorfia is used for these senses in English:

grimace A contorted facial expression, often expressing contempt or pain.
smirk An uneven, often crooked smile that is insolent, self-satisfied, conceited or scornful.

grimace — full definition

noun A twisted facial expression, usually showing pain, disgust, or discomfort.
verb To twist one's face to express pain, distaste, or discomfort.

smirk — full definition

noun A sly, self-satisfied, or mocking half-smile.
verb To smile in this sly or self-satisfied way.

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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”.

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”.

Related Italian words

sorrisetto sogghignare