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Definition
Funny, hilarious, or humorous in a way that makes people laugh.
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How it's used
Describes people, performances, or situations that intentionally provoke laughter. It carries a sense of being entertaining or amusing, often implying that the person or thing is trying to be funny. Unlike generic words for funny, it specifically highlights the act of creating humor.
Examples
What he says is really funny.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe something that is funny because it is strange or awkward, as that is better expressed as 奇奇怪怪 or 尷尬. It is specifically for intentional humor.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
