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    Plaisanterie (en. Joke)

    /plɛ.zɑ̃.tʁi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A joke or a jest.
    He made a joke that made everyone laugh.
    Il a fait une plaisanterie qui a fait rire tout le monde.
    A light and humorous remark.
    His joke was in good taste and did not offend.
    Sa plaisanterie était de bon goût et n'a pas offensé.
    An act intended to amuse, often light-hearted.
    This joke among friends created a good atmosphere.
    Cette plaisanterie entre amis a créé une bonne ambiance.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'plaisanter', from Middle French 'plaisanter' from Latin 'placere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    joking aside
    An expression used to indicate that something serious will be said after a joke.
    blague à part
    to joke at someone's expense
    To make jokes at someone's expense without them knowing.
    plaisanter sur le dos
    to take something lightly
    Not to take a situation or comment too seriously.
    prendre quelque chose à la légère

    Related Words

    plaisanter
    To make jokes or humorous remarks.
    plaisanter
    plaisant
    Something that amuses, that is pleasant.
    plaisant
    humorist
    A person who creates or performs humorous works.
    humoriste

    Slang Meanings

    A joke that doesn't make people laugh.
    This joke is completely ridiculous.
    Cette plaisanterie est complètement bidon.
    To make a joke to someone without it being mean.
    He just made a little friendly joke.
    Il a juste fait une petite plaisanterie amicale.