World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesPout
/paʊt/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
To push one's lips forward as an expression of annoyance or sulkiness.
"She pouted when she didn't get her way."
- 1
A facial expression characterized by protruding lips, often indicating displeasure.
"His pout was so exaggerated that it made everyone laugh."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'pout' originates from the Middle English 'pouten', which is derived from the Old French 'pouter', meaning to push or thrust. The term has evolved over time to describe the act of protruding the lips, often associated with sulking or expressing displeasure.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Pout"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Pout" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Faire la moue
Transliteration: fɛʁ la mu
"Elle a fait la moue quand elle n'a pas eu ce qu'elle voulait."
Schmollen
Transliteration: ʃmɔlən
"Er schmollte, als er nicht das Spielzeug bekam."
Fare il broncio
Transliteration: faːre il ˈbron.tʃo
"Lei ha fatto il broncio quando non ha ricevuto il regalo."
Hacer pucheros
Transliteration: aˈθeɾ puˈtʃeɾos
"Él hizo pucheros cuando no le dieron lo que quería."
Fazer bico
Transliteration: faˈzeʁ ˈbiku
"Ela fez bico quando não ganhou o presente."
बुरा मानना
Transliteration: bura maana
"वह बुरा मान गई जब उसे उसकी पसंद का खिलौना नहीं मिला।"
撅嘴
Transliteration: juē zuǐ
"她撅嘴表示不满。"
입을 삐죽거리다
Transliteration: ibeul ppiduggeorida
"그녀는 원하는 것을 얻지 못하자 입을 삐죽거렸다."
ふくれる
Transliteration: fukureru
"彼女は欲しいものをもらえずにふくれた。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Pout"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.