smile
noun
Definitions of smile noun
- B1Countable(可数名词)
A facial expression characterized by an upturning of the corners of the mouth, often revealing teeth, to express happiness or friendliness.
笑容；微笑
She had a radiant smile on her face.
她的脸上挂着灿烂的笑容。
His smile was warm and comforting.
他的笑容温暖而令人安慰。
She gave me an encouraging smile.
她给了我一个鼓励的微笑。
verb
Definitions of smile verb
- B1Transitive(及物动词)Intransitive(不及物动词)
To adopt a facial expression where the corners of the mouth curve upwards, indicating happiness or friendliness.
笑容；微笑
She smiled at me to show her agreement.
她对我微笑以表示同意。
Even in difficult situations, he maintained a smile.
即使在困难的情况下，他仍保持微笑。
He answered the question with a smile.
他微笑着回答了这个问题。
- Transitive(及物动词)
To convey something using a smile; to express or utter something while smiling.
以微笑表达或说出某事。
She smiled her thanks.
她微笑表示感谢。
He smiled his refusal to the offer.
他微笑拒绝了这个提议。
Idioms
- be all smiles
To display a happy and friendly demeanor, often unexpectedly or in contrast to typical behavior.
满面笑容
• Despite his usual seriousness with colleagues, he was all smiles at the office gathering on Friday.
尽管他通常对同事很严肃，但他在周五的办公室聚会上却笑容满面。
Phrasal Verbs of smile
- smile on something/someone
to regard someone or something in a favorable manner or act towards them with enthusiasm and positivity.
以积极态度对待
• She always smiles on new projects because she believes they will succeed.
她总是对新项目抱持积极态度，因为她相信它们会成功。