gesture
Meaning: A movement of the hand or body to express meaning; an action showing intention
Gesture refers to a movement of hands, head, or body that communicates meaning without words, such as waving or nodding. Figuratively, it describes an action that expresses goodwill or intent, as in 'a gesture of friendship.' 'An empty gesture' means an action without real meaning or effect.
Examples
- She made a gesture towards the door. 她朝门的方向做了一个手势。Ella hizo un gesto hacia la puerta.彼女はドアの方を手で指しました。그녀는 문 쪽으로 손짓했습니다.
- The flowers were a nice gesture. 这些花是一个很好的姿态。Las flores fueron un bonito detalle.お花は素敵な心遣いでした。꽃은 좋은 마음의 표현이었습니다.
- He gestured for me to sit down. 他示意我坐下。Me hizo un gesto para que me sentara.彼は私に座るようにと身振りで示しました。그는 나에게 앉으라고 손짓했습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Medieval Latin 'gestura' meaning 'bearing, behaviour', from Latin 'gestus' (gesture, movement), past participle of 'gerere' (to carry, manage, perform). Related to 'gestation', 'digest', 'suggest', and 'register'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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