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sogghignare — meaning in English

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English meaning

smirk noun A sly, self-satisfied, or mocking half-smile.
sneer verb To curl the lip slightly in contempt or scorn.

Senses

sogghignare is used for these senses in English:

smirk To smile in a way that is affected, smug, insolent or contemptuous.
sneer (intransitive) To raise a corner of the upper lip slightly, especially in scorn.

smirk — full definition

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

sneer — full definition

verb To curl the lip slightly in contempt or scorn.
noun A facial expression or remark showing contempt.

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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

smorfia sorrisetto ghigno sogghigno ghignare