gesture

• Substantivo que designa um movimento do corpo, especialmente das mãos ou da cabeça, usado para expressar uma ideia, emoção ou intenção. Pode também indicar um ato simbólico feito para demonstrar sentimento ou disposição.

A noun referring to a movement of the body, especially the hands or head, used to express an idea, emotion, or intention.

1. Body movementA2formal

   A movement of part of the body, especially the hands or head, to express an idea or feeling.

   Gesto

   • He made a rude gesture at the driver.
   • She used hand gestures to explain the directions.
   • A thumbs-up gesture means approval.

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2. Kind actionB1formal

   An action performed to express a feeling or intention, often kindness or goodwill.

   Gesto de gentileza

   • Sending flowers was a thoughtful gesture.
   • Her offer to help was a generous gesture.
   • The donation was a gesture of support for the community.

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• Verbo usado para indicar a ação de fazer um movimento, geralmente com as mãos ou a cabeça, para expressar uma ideia, emoção ou intenção.

A verb used to indicate the act of making a movement, usually of the hands or head, to express an idea, emotion, or intention.

1. Make a movementB1formal

   To move your hand, arm, or head to express an idea or feeling.

   Gesticular

   • He gestured for her to come closer.
   • She gestured towards the door to indicate they should leave.
   • The teacher gestured to the board to explain the concept.

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2. Communicate non-verballyB1formal

   To express something through body movements rather than words.

   Gesticular

   • He gestured his approval with a nod.
   • She gestured that everything was fine by waving her hand.
   • They gestured wildly to get the driver's attention.

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