B2noun 10K+

Gesture

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdʒestʃə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈdʒestʃər/"]/

Meaning of Gesture

a movement that you make with your hands, your head or your face to show a particular meaning

In simple words: A movement of the body, especially the hands, to express something.

Gesture in a sentence

• She made a friendly gesture by waving hello to the new neighbors.
• His gesture of giving flowers showed his appreciation.
• The politician's gesture of lifting the child was praised in the media.
• A thumbs-up is a common gesture indicating approval.
• She used sign language gestures to communicate with the deaf audience.
• Turning off the TV was just a gesture since the remote was broken.

How to use Gesture

Used in everyday conversation to describe actions that show feelings or intentions. Suitable for both written and spoken English. Avoid in very formal documents.

Grammar pattern

gesture + object

Memory hint

Think of 'just a gesture' as a friendly wave or sign.

Related words

Collocations with Gesture

• dramatic
• expansive
• expressive
• make
• by gesture
• in a gesture
• with a gesture
• kind
• nice
• sweet
• as a gesture
• in a gesture
• gesture against

Synonyms for Gesture

• motion
• signal
• sign
• action

Opposites of Gesture

• inaction
• stillness

Common mistakes with Gesture

• Confusing with 'jesture', which is incorrect.
• Using it as a noun in places where a verb form is needed.

Frequently asked questions about Gesture

What does Gesture mean?

A movement of the body, especially the hands, to express something.

What is the definition of Gesture?

a movement that you make with your hands, your head or your face to show a particular meaning

How do you use Gesture in a sentence?

She made a friendly gesture by waving hello to the new neighbors.

Can you give another example of Gesture?

His gesture of giving flowers showed his appreciation.

What are synonyms for Gesture?

Common alternatives include motion, signal, sign, action.

What is the opposite of Gesture?

Opposite meanings include inaction, stillness.

What words go with Gesture?

It commonly pairs with dramatic, expansive, expressive, make, by gesture, in a gesture, with a gesture, kind, nice, sweet, as a gesture, in a gesture, gesture against.

What are common mistakes when using Gesture?

Confusing with 'jesture', which is incorrect. Using it as a noun in places where a verb form is needed.

How do you pronounce Gesture?

US: /["/ˈdʒestʃər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdʒestʃə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Gesture?

Used in everyday conversation to describe actions that show feelings or intentions. Suitable for both written and spoken English. Avoid in very formal documents.

What CEFR level is Gesture?

"Gesture" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.