das Lächeln, –
smile
Ein freundlicher Gesichtsausdruck, bei dem die Mundwinkel nach oben gehen und Freude oder Freundlichkeit zeigen.
The German word "Lächeln" is a noun meaning "smile."
It comes from the verb "lächeln" (to smile), which does not contain smaller meaningful word parts by itself.
Similar words:
- Grinsen – grin (usually a broader or cheekier smile)
- Strahlen – to beam (a radiant, bright smile)
- Schmunzeln – to smirk or chuckle (a subtle, amused smile)
Differences:
- Lächeln is a neutral, gentle smile.
- Grinsen is more like a wide or cheeky grin.
- Strahlen implies a very bright, joyful smile.
- Schmunzeln suggests a private or amused smile, often quieter.
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Examples
Dein Lächeln macht mich glücklich.noun
Your smile makes me happy.
Ein Lächeln kann viel bewirken.noun
A smile can achieve a lot.
Dein Lächeln ist ansteckend.noun
Your smile is contagious.
Ihr Lächeln erleuchtet den Raum.noun
Her smile lights up the room.
Das Lächeln des Kindes war sehr freundlich.noun
The child's smile was very friendly.
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