1. A serious, dignified, and formal manner of speaking or facial expression, often used in important or ceremonial contexts
The judge spoke with a solemn expression throughout the trial.
O juiz falou com uma expressão solene durante todo o julgamento.
2. A grave or serious tone conveying respect, formality, or gravity of a situation
With a solemn expression, she announced the results.
Com uma expressão solene, ela anunciou os resultados.