Expression

/ɛkspɹˈɛʃən/

/ɪksˈpɹɛʃən/

Definición y Significado de "expression"

Expression

SUSTANTIVO

expresión

a specific look on someone's face, indicating what they are feeling or thinking

Example

Her eyes widened in surprise, an expression that conveyed her shock better than words ever could.

Sus ojos se abrieron de par en par de sorpresa, una expresión que transmitía su shock mejor que las palabras jamás podrían.

A gentle smile was his constant expression, making him seem approachable to everyone he met.

Una suave sonrisa era su constante gesto, haciéndolo parecer accesible a todos los que conocía.

expresión, gesto

a way of communicating a feeling or idea without speaking

Example

A thumbs-up is a universal expression of approval or agreement.

Un pulgar arriba es una expresión, gesto universal de aprobación o acuerdo.

She gave a slight nod, an expression of her silent consent to the plan.

Ella dio una ligera inclinación de cabeza, un gesto de su silenciosa aprobación al plan.

expresión

the act of showing one’s ideas or feelings through words or actions

Example

Poetry is a beautiful form of expression, allowing one to convey deep emotions and thoughts.

La poesía es una hermosa forma de expresión, permitiendo transmitir profundas emociones y pensamientos.

He found expression in music, where words failed him.

Él encontró manifestación en la música, donde las palabras le fallaron.

expresión

a word or phrase, often an idiomatic one

What is an "expression"?

An expression is a word or phrase that conveys a specific idea, emotion, or meaning, often used in a particular context. Expressions can be literal, where the meaning is clear and straightforward, or idiomatic, where the meaning is not obvious from the individual words. For example, the expression "kick the bucket" is an idiomatic phrase meaning to die, which may not be understood by looking at the words alone. Expressions play a crucial role in communication, as they enrich language and allow speakers to convey complex thoughts and feelings effectively.

Example

“ Bite the bullet ” is an expression that means to endure a painful experience with courage.

"Morder la bala" es una frase idiomática que significa soportar una experiencia dolorosa con coraje.

The phrase “ once in a blue moon ” is an expression used to describe something that happens very rarely.

La frase "una vez en una luna azul" es una expresión, frase idiomática utilizada para describir algo que sucede muy raramente.

expresión, manifestación

the style of expressing yourself

expresión, expresión algebraica

a combination of numbers, variables, operations, and grouping symbols that collectively represent a numerical value or relationship

Example

The algebraic expression ( 2x + 3 ) represents a linear equation when set equal to zero.

La expresión algebraica (2x + 3) representa una ecuación lineal cuando se iguala a cero.

In calculus, the expression ( rac{d}{dx } f(x ) ) denotes the derivative of the function ( f(x ) ).

En cálculo, la expresión algebraica \( \frac{d}{dx} f(x) \) denota la derivada de la función \( f(x) \).

expulsión, expresión

the act of forcing something out by squeezing or pressing

expresión, locución

a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit

expresión génica, expresión del gen

the process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize functional gene products, such as proteins, which can influence an organism's traits

Example

Gene expression is regulated by various factors, including environmental signals and regulatory proteins.

La expresión génica es regulada por varios factores, incluyendo señales ambientales y proteínas reguladoras.

The scientist measured the expression levels of several genes involved in the inflammatory response.

El científico midió los niveles de expresión génica de varios genes involucrados en la respuesta inflammatory.

word family

express

Verb

expression

Noun

expressionism

Noun