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Frown

fraʊn
Extremamente Comum
600 - 700
600 - 700
O índice de frequência e importância das palavras indica com que frequência uma palavra aparece em um determinado idioma. Quanto menor o número, mais frequentemente a palavra é usada. As palavras mais frequentemente usadas variam normalmente de 1 a 4000. Este índice de importância ajuda você a se concentrar nas palavras mais úteis durante o seu processo de aprendizagem de idiomas.

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To furrow one's brow in an expression of displeasure, disapproval, or concentration.

Exemplo: She frowned when she heard the news about the project delay.
Uso: formalContexto: professional settings, academic discussions
Observação: Can indicate a negative reaction or deep thought.

To look angry or sad by turning the corners of one's mouth down.

Exemplo: The child frowned at the sight of the broken toy.
Uso: informalContexto: everyday conversations, storytelling
Observação: Often used to show emotion or dissatisfaction.

Sinônimos de Frown

scowl

A scowl is a facial expression of displeasure or anger, typically with the eyebrows drawn together.
Exemplo: She scowled at him when he made a rude comment.
Observação: A scowl is often more intense and aggressive than a frown.

glower

To glower means to look or stare angrily or sullenly.
Exemplo: He gave her a dark glower before storming out of the room.
Observação: 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.
Exemplo: The child grimaced at the taste of the medicine.
Observação: A grimace involves twisting the face in a way that a frown may not necessarily entail.

Expressões e frases comuns de Frown

Turn one's frown upside down

This phrase means to change from a sad or negative mood to a happier one.
Exemplo: After a rough day at work, she tried to turn her frown upside down by watching a funny movie.
Observação: It emphasizes actively changing a negative emotion into a positive one.

Frown upon

To disapprove of something or consider it unacceptable.
Exemplo: In some cultures, it is frowned upon to wear hats indoors.
Observação: 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.
Exemplo: She put on a frown to show her displeasure at the decision.
Observação: It refers to consciously showing a negative emotion rather than naturally expressing it.

Frown at

To look disapprovingly at something or someone.
Exemplo: He frowned at the messy state of his room.
Observação: 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.
Exemplo: Years of squinting in the sun had left deep frown lines on his forehead.
Observação: It refers to the physical manifestation of repeated frowning.

Frown and bear it

To endure a difficult or unpleasant situation without complaining.
Exemplo: Despite the difficult circumstances, she decided to frown and bear it for the sake of her family.
Observação: 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.
Exemplo: She frowned at the thought of having to work overtime again.
Observação: It highlights the negative emotional response triggered by a particular thought.

Expressões cotidianas (gíria) de Frown

Mean mug

To give someone an angry or disapproving look; scowl.
Exemplo: She always mean mugs when she's in a bad mood.
Observação: It focuses more on the expression than on the internal feeling.

Grumpy face

A facial expression indicating moodiness or irritability.
Exemplo: Don't give me that grumpy face; it's not going to work.
Observação: Uses a playful term to describe a negative facial expression.

Brooding

Deep and focused thinking; typically with a solemn or troubled look.
Exemplo: He sat in the corner, brooding over the argument.
Observação: Reflects a more introspective and thoughtful frown.

Stink eye

An angry or contemptuous look given to someone.
Exemplo: She gave him the stink eye for arriving late.
Observação: Emphasizes a fierce or hostile glare, often with a narrowed gaze.

Dour expression

A stern and gloomy facial expression.
Exemplo: His dour expression brightened up when he saw her.
Observação: Highlights a solemn and serious frown that lacks warmth or friendliness.

Frown - Exemplos

She frowned when she saw the mess in the kitchen.
He frowned and shook his head in disapproval.
The teacher frowned at the student's behavior.

Gramática de Frown

Frown - Verbo (Verb) / Verbo, particípio passado (Verb, past participle)
Lema: frown
Conjugações
Substantivo, plural (Noun, plural): frowns
Substantivo, singular ou massa (Noun, singular or mass): frown
Verbo, tempo passado (Verb, past tense): frowned
Verbo, gerúndio ou particípio presente (Verb, gerund or present participle): frowning
Verbo, terceira pessoa do singular no presente (Verb, 3rd person singular present): frowns
Verbo, forma base (Verb, base form): frown
Verbo, presente não na terceira pessoa do singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): frown
Sílabas, Separação e Ênfase
frown contém 1 sílabas: frown
Transcrição fonética: ˈfrau̇n
frown , ˈfrau̇n (A sílaba vermelha é tônica)

Frown - Importância e frequência de uso

O índice de frequência e importância das palavras indica com que frequência uma palavra aparece em um determinado idioma. Quanto menor o número, mais frequentemente a palavra é usada. As palavras mais frequentemente usadas variam normalmente de 1 a 4000.
frown: 600 - 700 (Extremamente Comum).
Este índice de importância ajuda você a se concentrar nas palavras mais úteis durante o seu processo de aprendizagem de idiomas.
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