Ríes (en. You laugh)

ˈrjes

Meaning & Definition

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verb
The act of expressing joy or amusement through sounds and gestures.
When I heard the joke, I couldn't help but laugh.
Cuando escuché el chiste, no pude evitar que me ríes.
Laughing can be a sign of happiness or nerves.
You always laugh when you're nervous.
Siempre ríes cuando estás nerviosa.
The act of laughing can be contagious in a group.
She laughs and we all follow her.
Ella ríes y todos la seguimos.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'ridere', which means 'to laugh'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to laugh out loud
Laughing very loudly and spontaneously.
reírse a carcajadas
don't make me laugh
Phrase used to express that something is not funny.
no me hagas reír
laugh to avoid crying
Laughing in difficult or sad situations.
reír por no llorar
laugh in someone's face
Laughing at someone in a mocking way.
reírse en la cara de alguien

Related Words

to laugh
Base form of the verb meaning 'to express joy'.
reír
laugh
Noun that describes the sound and gesture of laughing.
risa
cheerful
Adjective that describes a person who laughs easily.
risueño

Slang Meanings

Laughing a lot for no apparent reason.
Today I'm so happy that I'm laughing like crazy.
Hoy estoy tan contento que ríes como loco.
Used to refer to someone who laughs in a mocking way.
That guy always laughs at other people's problems.
Ese tipo siempre ríes de los problemas de los demás.