gesture

verb

  • To use your hands or body to show something.
  • To show how you feel by moving your hands or body.
  • To help explain something by moving your hands.

noun

  • A movement of your hands or body to show something or help explain what you are saying.
  • Something you do to show how you feel or to be polite.
  • How you hold your body or move it.


Synonym

  • gesticulate

Word Explanation:

  • A gesture is a way to communicate without using words. For example, if you smile and wave, that's a gesture to say hi!

Word in hindi

इशारा

ishara

Other variations in hindi

  • इशारा ishara
  • संकेत sanket

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'gesture' mean?

A gesture is a movement of your body, especially your hands, that shows something or expresses an idea.

How do you pronounce 'gesture'?

You pronounce 'gesture' like this: 'jes-chur'.

What is the origin of the word 'gesture'?

The word 'gesture' comes from the Latin word 'gestura', which means 'to carry' or 'to bear'.

What is the meaning of 'gesture' in Bengali?

The word 'gesture' in Bengali is 'অঙ্গভঙ্গি' (Ôngôbhôngi).