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v sign

/ˈviː saɪn/

Traducción: Gesto hecho con la mano en el que se levantan los dedos índice y medio en forma de V, que puede significar victoria, paz o, en algunos contextos (especialmente británicos), un gesto ofensivo cuando la palma mira hacia adentro.

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/ˈviː saɪn/B1informal
  • esGesto hecho con la mano en el que se levantan los dedos índice y medio en forma de V, que puede significar victoria, paz o, en algunos contextos (especialmente británicos), un gesto ofensivo cuando la palma mira hacia adentro.

A hand gesture made by raising the index and middle fingers in a V shape, which can signify victory, peace, or, in some contexts (especially British), an offensive insult when given with the palm facing inward.

  1. Victory or Peace SignA2informal

    A hand gesture made by raising the index and middle fingers in a V shape, often used to symbolize victory or peace.

    esSeñal de V

    • The crowd flashed the V sign as the team won the championship.
    • She made a V sign for peace during the protest.
    • He gave a V sign to the camera after the interview.
  2. Insulting Gesture (UK)B2informalbritish

    In the UK and some other countries, the V sign with the palm facing inward is considered an offensive gesture.

    essigno de la V ofensivo

    • He made a V sign at the driver who cut him off.
    • The politician was criticized for giving a V sign to the opposition.
    • In some cultures, the V sign can be misinterpreted as rude.