pouting
word · lemma: pout
Definition
Making a facial expression where the lips are pushed out, usually because someone is angry, upset, or trying to look cute.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly refers to a child-like gesture, but adults may do it playfully or to show mild annoyance. Often used with 'she's pouting' or 'stop pouting.' Sometimes used for selfies to appear cute ('pouty face').
Spanish: haciendo pucheros - poniendo cara tristePortuguese (BR): fazendo beicinho - emburrandoPortuguese (PT): a fazer beicinho - amuandoChinese (Simplified): 撅嘴 - 噘嘴Chinese (Traditional): 撅嘴 - 噘嘴Hindi: मुँह बनाना - होंठ फैलानाArabic: يعبس - يخرج شفته اليمنى (دلال/زعل)Bengali: ঠোঁট ফুলানোRussian: дутьсяJapanese: ふくれるVietnamese: bĩu môiKorean: 입을 내밀다Turkish: surat asmakUrdu: منہ پھلاناIndonesian: cemberut
Example Sentences
Stop pouting and try to smile.
basic
The little girl was pouting because she wanted more candy.
basic
He sat in the corner, pouting after the argument.
basic
She was pouting for half an hour because her phone died.
natural
Why are you pouting? Did something happen at work?
natural
He posted a selfie, pouting in front of the mirror.
natural