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UK//ðeɪ smaɪld æt miː//US//ðeɪ smaɪld æt mi//

Meaning of They smiled at me

People expressed happiness by smiling in my direction.

In simple words: They showed happiness with their faces towards me.

They smiled at me in a sentence

  • They smiled at me during the event.
  • Even though they were strangers, they smiled at me.
  • As I walked by, they smiled at me cheerfully.
  • I felt welcomed when they smiled at me.
  • During the pictures, they smiled at me looking joyous.

How to use They smiled at me

Use this phrase in everyday conversation when describing someone showing friendliness. It's common in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Picture someone beaming warmly at you, making your day brighter.

Related words

Collocations with They smiled at me

  • smiled broadly at me
  • smiled sweetly at me
  • smiled warmly at me

Synonyms for They smiled at me

  • beamed
  • grinned
  • smirked
  • laughed
  • shown friendliness

Common mistakes with They smiled at me

  • Confused with 'grinned at me' - since grinning implies a stronger smile.
  • Using 'smile' instead of 'smiled' - this is past tense.
  • Omitting 'at me' - can change the meaning to a general smile.

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Frequently asked questions about They smiled at me

What does They smiled at me mean?

They showed happiness with their faces towards me.

What is the definition of They smiled at me?

People expressed happiness by smiling in my direction.

How do you use They smiled at me in a sentence?

They smiled at me during the event.

Can you give another example of They smiled at me?

Even though they were strangers, they smiled at me.

What are synonyms for They smiled at me?

Common alternatives include beamed, grinned, smirked, laughed, shown friendliness.

What words go with They smiled at me?

It commonly pairs with smiled broadly at me, smiled sweetly at me, smiled warmly at me.

What are common mistakes when using They smiled at me?

Confused with 'grinned at me' - since grinning implies a stronger smile. Using 'smile' instead of 'smiled' - this is past tense. Omitting 'at me' - can change the meaning to a general smile.

How do you pronounce They smiled at me?

US: //ðeɪ smaɪld æt mi//, UK: //ðeɪ smaɪld æt miː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use They smiled at me?

Use this phrase in everyday conversation when describing someone showing friendliness. It's common in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts.