Microexpression training

Learn facial expressions, one short session at a time.

Beginner14 expressions · about 3 min

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A full second. Feedback after each answer.

A simple way to learn microexpressions

A microexpression is a facial expression that appears briefly, within a fraction of a second. Start by learning the visible patterns, then practice recognizing them at shorter exposure times.

  1. Learn the cues. Compare the brows, eyes and mouth with a neutral face in the seven expression lessons.
  2. Practice at your level. Begin with a full second and immediate feedback. Move to half a second, then a 200-millisecond flash when you are ready.
  3. Revisit your misses. Review the examples you found difficult and compare your own results over time.

Want a starting score? Take the free microexpression test. If two patterns look alike, try the fear versus surprise comparison.