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    Chanzas (en. Jesting)

    /t͡ʃan̪sas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Jokes or funny comments made in conversation.
    He always makes jokes to make us laugh.
    Siempre hace chanzas para hacernos reír.
    Humorous remarks aimed at lightening a situation.
    In the midst of the tension, he made some jokes that lightened the mood.
    En medio de la tensión, soltó unas chanzas que aliviaron el ambiente.
    Comedic or absurd situations that are commented on in a fun way.
    The jokes about his new haircut went viral.
    Las chanzas sobre su nuevo peinado se hicieron virales.

    Etymology

    From the term 'joke', which derives from the Latin 'canta', related to singing or mockery.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make jokes
    To tell or make jokes to entertain others.
    hacer chanzas
    to throw jokes
    To make funny comments about someone or something.
    echar chanzas
    tasteful jokes
    Jokes that are acceptable and not offensive.
    chanzas de buen gusto

    Related Words

    joke
    The act of making someone laugh, usually through an unexpected situation.
    broma
    humor
    The ability to create humor, express comedic or entertaining situations.
    humor
    sarcasm
    A form of mockery that implies ridicule or contempt.
    sarcásmo

    Slang Meanings

    Joke
    As soon as I arrive, the jokes about my clothing start.
    Siempre que llego, empiezan las chanzas sobre mi forma de vestir.
    Fun
    The fun at the party didn't stop all night.
    El cachondeo en la fiesta no paró en toda la noche.