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Gesture
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手势, 姿态
a movement of the hands, face, or head that indicates a specific meaning
What is a "gesture"?
A gesture is a form of nonverbal communication that involves using physical movements of the body, particularly the hands and arms, to convey messages or express feelings. Gestures can include a wide range of actions, such as waving, pointing, or making specific hand shapes. They often enhance verbal communication by providing additional context or emphasis to spoken words. Gestures can also convey meanings on their own, serving as a complete message in situations where verbal communication may not be possible or appropriate. The meanings of gestures can vary significantly across cultures, making them an important aspect of social interaction and communication.
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手势, 姿势
the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
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手势, 表示
something done as an indication of intention
to gesture
01
示意, 打手势
to express a meaning with a movement of the hands, face, head, etc.
Intransitive
Ditransitive: to gesture for sb to do sth
Example
She gestured towards the exit to indicate where the meeting would take place.
她示意指向出口，表示会议将在那里进行。
The teacher gestured for the students to quiet down before starting the lesson.
老师示意学生安静下来，然后开始上课。
