Donoso (en. Witty)
/doˈnoso/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Describes someone who has a subtle and charming sense of humor.
His speech was witty and kept everyone laughing.
Su discurso fue donoso y mantuvo a todos riendo.
Adjective for something that is curious or amusing.
The cat's amusing behavior made everyone smile.
El donoso comportamiento del gato hizo que todos sonrieran.
Characteristic of what evokes laughter or joy in a clever way.
The comedian's clever antics made him very popular.
Las donosas ocurrencias del comediante lo hicieron muy popular.
Etymology
From Latin 'donosus', which means 'graceful, amusing'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a witty comment
a clever comment that provokes laughter.
un comentario donoso
a humorous anecdote
an anecdote that is fun and entertaining.
una anécdota donosa
Related Words
humor
Ability to see the funny side of things.
humor
joke
Statement or action made with the intent to entertain or deceive.
broma
spark
Quality of being clever or quick-witted.
chispa
Slang Meanings
When something is extremely funny.
That movie was hilarious, I couldn't stop laughing.
Esa película fue donosa al mil, no paré de reír.
Refers to a person who always tells jokes or funny anecdotes.
My friend is so funny that he never fails to make us laugh at gatherings.
Mi amigo es tan donoso que nunca falla en hacernos reír en las reuniones.