🇬🇧🇨🇳 smile - 微笑 : English Lesson

Meaning of "smile" ("微笑"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

To smile means to move your lips so the corners of your mouth go up, usually when you feel happy, amused, friendly, or pleased. When you smile, your face looks bright and kind, and sometimes your eyes get a little squinty and shiny too. People often smile to show they like something, to be polite, or to make others feel welcome and comfortable.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

I smile at my cat, and she just blinks slowly like a furry, unimpressed queen.

My teacher told us to smile for the class picture, and everyone suddenly forgot how mouths work.

I smile at my pillow before bed, because it’s the only one who truly understands how tired I am.

I smile at the playground slides like we’re old friends about to do something slightly dangerous.

People smile in every language, and smiles are so powerful they can actually make your brain feel happier, like a tiny party in your face.

A small dog sees a baby cry in a dark room. The dog can jump to the bed and can bring a soft toy. The baby can look and can smile. The baby can smile again. The dog can smile and move its tail. Mom can smile and open the window. The room is warm and all smile.

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This word is at the A1 level, which means it is one of the first words you learn when starting English. It’s commonly used in everyday conversations and helps you communicate basic ideas like greetings, family, or daily activities.

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