1.
expressive; full of expression; animated
Describes a person, face, or performance that shows a rich variety of emotions. Used positively to praise someone's expressiveness.
あの女優は表情豊かだ。
That actress is very expressive.
表情豊かな赤ちゃんに癒される。
I'm soothed by the expressive baby.
彼のピアノの演奏は表情豊かで、聴いている人の心を動かす。
His piano performance is richly expressive and moves the hearts of listeners.
USAGE:
A compound adjective from 表情 (facial expression) + 豊か (rich, abundant). Functions as a na-adjective: 表情豊かな人, 表情豊かに演じる. Used as a compliment for actors, musicians, babies, and anyone whose face or performance conveys a wide range of emotions.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 表情豊かな顔 (an expressive face)
- 表情豊かに演じる (to perform expressively)
- 表情豊かな演奏 (an expressive performance)