emotional expressions

Emotional expressions are the visible signs—such as facial movements, gestures, or tone of voice—that communicate how we feel. They serve as social signals, helping others understand our internal states like happiness, anger, or sadness. These expressions can be universal across cultures or influenced by personal and cultural differences. Recognizing emotional expressions aids communication, builds empathy, and fosters social connection. They are an essential part of human interaction, providing context and meaning beyond words, and often occur automatically as part of our natural emotional response.