facial expression

• Movimiento o disposición de los músculos de la cara que transmite una emoción, estado de ánimo o reacción, como una sonrisa, un ceño fruncido o las cejas levantadas.

The movement or arrangement of the muscles in a person's face that conveys an emotion, mood, or reaction, such as a smile, frown, or raised eyebrows.

1. Non-verbal communicationA2formal

   The movement or arrangement of facial muscles that conveys emotions, thoughts, or reactions.

   expresión facial

   • Her facial expression showed surprise when she heard the news.
   • He had a confused facial expression during the lecture.
   • A smile is a universal facial expression of happiness.

2. Indicator of moodA2formal

   A visible sign on a person's face that reveals their current emotional state.

   Expresión facial

   • His facial expression changed from joy to sadness.
   • She tried to hide her disappointment, but her facial expression gave her away.
   • A neutral facial expression can be hard to interpret.