die Mimik
Translation
facial expression, mimicry
Examples
Seine Mimik verriet seine wahren Gefühle.
His facial expression betrayed his true feelings.
Schauspieler müssen ihre Mimik kontrollieren.
Actors must control their facial expressions.
Grammar Patterns
die Mimik von j-m sb.'s facial expression Die Mimik des Redners war sehr ausdrucksstark.
Similar Words
Gestik (gestures), Gesichtsausdruck (facial expression)
Etymology
From Greek 'mimikos' (imitative), related to 'mimos' (mime, actor). It is an international word.
Memory Tips
It sounds like the English word 'mimic'. Think of a mime who uses only facial expressions ('Mimik') and gestures ('Gestik') to communicate.