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countenance

[kʲʰæũ̯.ʔɪ̆.nəns] /ˈkaʊn.tən.əns/

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noun

Apariencia, rostro

Appearance, especially the features and expression of the face.

Examples :

"Her countenance betrayed her anxiety just before the exam; her forehead was furrowed and her lips were tight. "

Su apariencia delataba su ansiedad justo antes del examen; su frente estaba arrugada y sus labios apretados.

appearance body person

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noun

Favor, apoyo, aliento

Favour; support; encouragement.

Examples :

"The teacher's countenance towards the struggling student was one of encouragement. "

El favor del profesor hacia el estudiante con dificultades fue de aliento.

attitude character position

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noun

Apariencia, semblante, fachada

Superficial appearance; show; pretense.

Examples :

"Despite the angry countenance on her face, she actually felt relieved the test was finally over. "

A pesar de la apariencia enfadada en su rostro, en realidad se sintió aliviada de que el examen finalmente hubiera terminado.

appearance style character

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noun

Expresión facial, compostura, dominio de sí mismo

Calm facial expression, composure, self-control.

Examples :

"Despite the stressful morning, she maintained a calm countenance, focusing on her work. "

A pesar de la mañana estresante, mantuvo la compostura, concentrándose en su trabajo.

appearance character attitude mind

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verb

Consentir, tolerar, apoyar

To tolerate, support, sanction, patronise or approve of something.

Examples :

"The cruel punishment was countenanced by the government, although it was not officially legal."

El cruel castigo fue consentido por el gobierno, aunque no era legal oficialmente.

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