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English - Bulgarian
Frown
fraʊn
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
намръщване, порицание, сърдито изражение
Frown meanings in Bulgarian
намръщване
Example:
She frowned when she heard the bad news.
Тя намръщи лицето си, когато чу лошите новини.
His frown indicated that he was not pleased.
Намръщването му показваше, че не е доволен.
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used in everyday conversations to describe facial expressions of displeasure or disapproval.
Note: The word 'намръщване' specifically refers to the act of frowning, often indicating negative emotions.
порицание
Example:
The teacher's frown made the students nervous.
Намръщването на учителя накара учениците да се почувстват нервни.
His frown was a clear sign of his disapproval.
Намръщването му беше ясна индикация за неодобрение.
Usage: formalContext: Used in more formal contexts to describe a look of disapproval or criticism.
Note: In this context, 'порицание' can also imply a moral judgment or reprimand.
сърдито изражение
Example:
She wore a frown throughout the meeting.
Тя имаше сърдито изражение през цялата среща.
His frown suggested he was deep in thought.
Намръщването му подсказваше, че е дълбоко замислен.
Usage: informalContext: Describes a facial expression that might not necessarily indicate displeasure but could suggest concentration or contemplation.
Note: 'Сърдито изражение' can be used in a broader sense, indicating various emotions, including worry or concentration.
Frown's synonyms
scowl
A scowl is a facial expression of displeasure or anger, typically with the eyebrows drawn together.
Example: She scowled at him when he made a rude comment.
Note: A scowl is often more intense and aggressive than a frown.
glower
To glower means to look or stare angrily or sullenly.
Example: He gave her a dark glower before storming out of the room.
Note: A glower is a more intense and menacing expression than a frown.
grimace
A grimace is a facial expression that shows disgust, disapproval, or pain.
Example: The child grimaced at the taste of the medicine.
Note: A grimace involves twisting the face in a way that a frown may not necessarily entail.
Frown expressions, common phrases
Turn one's frown upside down
This phrase means to change from a sad or negative mood to a happier one.
Example: After a rough day at work, she tried to turn her frown upside down by watching a funny movie.
Note: It emphasizes actively changing a negative emotion into a positive one.
Frown upon
To disapprove of something or consider it unacceptable.
Example: In some cultures, it is frowned upon to wear hats indoors.
Note: It implies a more formal or societal disapproval rather than just a facial expression.
Put on a frown
To intentionally display a facial expression of disapproval or displeasure.
Example: She put on a frown to show her displeasure at the decision.
Note: It refers to consciously showing a negative emotion rather than naturally expressing it.
Frown at
To look disapprovingly at something or someone.
Example: He frowned at the messy state of his room.
Note: It involves directing a negative expression towards a specific target.
Frown lines
Wrinkles or creases on the forehead or between the eyebrows caused by frowning.
Example: Years of squinting in the sun had left deep frown lines on his forehead.
Note: It refers to the physical manifestation of repeated frowning.
Frown and bear it
To endure a difficult or unpleasant situation without complaining.
Example: Despite the difficult circumstances, she decided to frown and bear it for the sake of her family.
Note: It combines the idea of enduring hardship with the facial expression of frowning.
Frown at the thought of
To react with disapproval or displeasure towards a specific idea or situation.
Example: She frowned at the thought of having to work overtime again.
Note: It highlights the negative emotional response triggered by a particular thought.
Frown everyday (slang) expressions
Mean mug
To give someone an angry or disapproving look; scowl.
Example: She always mean mugs when she's in a bad mood.
Note: It focuses more on the expression than on the internal feeling.
Grumpy face
A facial expression indicating moodiness or irritability.
Example: Don't give me that grumpy face; it's not going to work.
Note: Uses a playful term to describe a negative facial expression.
Brooding
Deep and focused thinking; typically with a solemn or troubled look.
Example: He sat in the corner, brooding over the argument.
Note: Reflects a more introspective and thoughtful frown.
Stink eye
An angry or contemptuous look given to someone.
Example: She gave him the stink eye for arriving late.
Note: Emphasizes a fierce or hostile glare, often with a narrowed gaze.
Dour expression
A stern and gloomy facial expression.
Example: His dour expression brightened up when he saw her.
Note: Highlights a solemn and serious frown that lacks warmth or friendliness.
Frown - Examples
She frowned when she saw the mess in the kitchen.
Тя се намръщи, когато видя бъркотията в кухнята.
He frowned and shook his head in disapproval.
Той се намръщи и поклати глава в неодобрение.
The teacher frowned at the student's behavior.
Учителят се намръщи на поведението на ученика.
Frown grammar
Frown - Verb (Verb) / Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle)
Lemma: frown
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): frowns
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): frown
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): frowned
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): frowning
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): frowns
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): frown
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): frown
Syllables, Separation and Stress
frown Contains 1 syllables: frown
Phonetic transcription: ˈfrau̇n
frown , ˈfrau̇n (The red syllable is stressed)
Frown - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
frown: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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