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/sonˈrisa/

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Translation

smile

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Word origin

A derivative of sonreir ('to smile'), from Latin subridere ('to smile'), from sub- ('slightly, under') and ridere ('to laugh').

Origin
Latin
Root
subridere
English cognates
risible, deride, ridicule

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralsonrisas

Examples

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Your smile makes my whole day brighter.

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My mother's smile is lovely.

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The boy had a very big smile.

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A sincere smile opens many doors.

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Her smile changed when she found out the truth.

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This word is taught in chapter 18, lesson 11: sonrisa, felicitación, vehículo and 7 more words.