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Frowning: meaning, definitions and examples

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frowning

 

[ ˈfraʊnɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

facial expression

Frowning is the act of contracting the brow and bringing the corners of the mouth downwards. It often indicates displeasure, disapproval, or concern. This expression can also signal confusion or deep concentration. Frowning is a natural human reaction to negative stimuli and can communicate a range of emotions non-verbally.

Synonyms

glowering, pouting, scowling

Examples of usage

  • She was frowning when she read the disappointing news.
  • The child's frowning face showed his frustration with the puzzle.
  • He started frowning as he listened to the criticism.

Translations

Translations of the word "frowning" in other languages:

🇵🇹 franzindo

🇮🇳 भौंहें चिढ़ाना

🇩🇪 schmollend

🇮🇩 cemberut

🇺🇦 насуплений

🇵🇱 marszczyć brwi

🇯🇵 しかめっ面

🇫🇷 faire la moue

🇪🇸 fruncir el ceño

🇹🇷 somurtmak

🇰🇷 찡그리다

🇸🇦 عبوس

🇨🇿 zamračený

🇸🇰 mračiť sa

🇨🇳 皱眉

🇸🇮 mračiti se

🇮🇸 hrukka á enni

🇰🇿 қатулану

🇬🇪 მოჭუტვა

🇦🇿 suruşmaq

🇲🇽 fruncir el ceño

Etymology

The word 'frown' originates from the Middle English term 'frounen', which means 'to scowl or grimace'. This term is thought to have been derived from a combination of 'frou' (to wrinkle or crease) and the Old English 'frunan' (to frown). Over the centuries, the word evolved in pronunciation and spelling into its current form. The association of the term with negative emotions is consistent across various cultures, highlighting the universal nature of this facial expression.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,442, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.