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Sonrisa

Sonrisa (sohn-REE-sah)

Noun | Feminine

  1. Smile: The facial expression showing happiness or pleasure.
  2. Subtle smile or smirk: A small, often ironic or amused expression.
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El bebé tiene una sonrisa muy dulce.

The baby has a very sweet smile.

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Su sonrisa ilumina la habitación.

Her smile lights up the room.

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Siempre saludo con una sonrisa.

I always greet with a smile.

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From Latin subridēre “to smile beneath,”. It evolved into Old Spanish as sonreír, and the noun sonrisa appeared in the 16th century.

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Symbolizes warmth, friendliness, and emotional connection. A simple gesture that conveys kindness and joy in everyday interactions.

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The first Friday of October is celebrated as World Smile Day, known in Spanish as Día Mundial de la Sonrisa, encouraging acts of kindness.

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