Definitions
- Describing a facial expression that shows anger, disapproval or displeasure. - Referring to a frown or a furrowed brow that indicates annoyance or irritation. - Talking about a serious and stern look that conveys hostility or aggression.
- Describing a facial expression that shows sadness, disappointment or petulance. - Referring to a protruding of the lips that indicates sulking or being upset. - Talking about a childish or immature expression that conveys dissatisfaction or frustration.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are facial expressions that convey emotions.
- 2Both can indicate negative feelings such as anger, displeasure, or frustration.
- 3Both are non-verbal forms of communication.
- 4Both can be used to express emotions in response to a situation or person.
What is the difference?
- 1Facial features: Scowl involves furrowing of the brow and a downward curve of the mouth, while pout involves protruding of the lips and a slight upward curve of the mouth.
- 2Emotions conveyed: Scowl conveys anger, disapproval, or hostility, while pout conveys sadness, disappointment, or petulance.
- 3Intensity: Scowl is a more intense expression than pout, which is often seen as a milder form of displeasure.
- 4Age: Pout is often associated with children or adolescents, while scowl can be used by people of all ages.
- 5Gender: Pout is often associated with females, while scowl is more gender-neutral.
Remember this!
Scowl and pout are both facial expressions that convey emotions, but they differ in the emotions they convey, the intensity of the expression, and the facial features involved. A scowl is a serious and stern expression that conveys anger, disapproval, or hostility, while a pout is a childish or immature expression that conveys sadness, disappointment, or petulance.
