Usage Note
Expressif describes a face, gesture, voice, or artistic style that conveys emotion vividly. The feminine is expressive. An acteur très expressif commands the stage through body language and tone alone. The adverb expressivement exists but is rare; speakers prefer avec expressivité or de façon expressive.
Examples
"Son visage est très expressif."
Natural Translation
Her face is very expressive.
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