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expression

Pronunciation: [/əkˈspɹɛʃ.n̩/]

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expression: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use expression in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “communication”

(noun) a look on someone's face, a gesture, or a way of speaking that shows a feeling or thought

Example

Her expression of happiness was contagious and made everyone smile.

Example

His expression of anger made everyone in the room uncomfortable.

Example

What expression do you make when you're excited?

Context: “language”

(noun) a particular way of saying or phrasing things to convey an idea or feeling

Example

She used a funny expression to describe how happy she was.

Example

His sarcastic expression was misunderstood by his friends.

Example

Can you think of a different expression to say the same thing?

How to pronounce expression

Pronunciation: [/əkˈspɹɛʃ.n̩/]

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