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silent conversation

[ˈsaɪlənt ˌkɑːnvərˈseɪʃən]
nounpl: silent conversations
conversa silenciosa
1. Communication between people through non-verbal means such as gestures, facial expressions, eye contact, or body language, without speaking
Their silent conversation across the crowded room spoke volumes about their connection.
A conversa silenciosa deles através da sala lotada falava volumes sobre sua conexão.
2. An exchange of meaningful looks or understanding between individuals without uttering words
The two old friends had a silent conversation with just their eyes.
Os dois velhos amigos tiveram uma conversa silenciosa apenas com seus olhos.
Synonyms
non-verbal communicationbody language exchangeunspoken understandingsilent exchangewordless dialogue
Antonyms
verbal conversationspoken dialogueloud discussion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conversa silenciosa
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
diálogo sem palavras
Alternative colloquial expression
São Paulo
comunicação não-verbal
More formal, technical usage
Portugal
conversa muda
Alternative Portuguese European expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak volumes without saying a word
actions speak louder than words
read between the lines
the eyes are the window to the soul
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