Escarnio in english
Derision
pronunciation: dɜrɪʒən part of speech: noun
pronunciation: dɜrɪʒən part of speech: noun
In gestures
escarnio = derision ; ridicule ; mockery ; taunt ; jeer ; sneer ; scoff ; snigger.
Example: The article 'To perpetuate what is derisory without derision' laments the destruction of books.Example: Sometimes running the gauntlet of criticism and ridicule allows an opportunity for defending oneself.Example: Their disparagement of female emancipation & feminism borders on mockery.Example: Taunts from her Hispanic students spurred a Japanese-American teacher to develop a multicultural unit that helped children appreciate the culture they had previously jeered.Example: Members of congress paid more attention to each other than to the president, responding with partisan jeers and cheers.Example: At most I have gotten a few sneers and a little derision for my involvement, and I certainly am not doing anything illegal.Example: To be sure, the largest portion of the fans greeted this news with a scoff.Example: The jeering sniggers of the rest made Timmy blush with shame.more:
» escarnio público = public ridicule .
Example: In the face of resistance, public ridicule, or even mortal danger, these women listened to their hearts and their unshakeable faith.» provocar escarnio = evoke + a response .
Example: The sender hope to evoke a response in the receiver which will be similar to his own.