Guyon (en. Joke)

/ˈɡu.jon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A joke or teasing commonly done among friends.
His joke brought smiles to everyone.
Ang guyon niya ay nagbigay ng ngiti sa lahat.
An action of making someone laugh through cheerful commentary.
They often joke about unbelievable stories.
Madalas silang nag-guyon ng mga hindi kapani-paniwalang kwento.
verb
The act of making a joke or teasing.
Sometimes, he jokes in delicate situations.
Minsan, nag-guyon siya sa mga maseselang sitwasyon.

Etymology

Originates from the word 'guyon' meaning to tease or joke.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Just laugh
An expression used to indicate a non-serious tone, commonly used in conversations.
Tawa lang

Related Words

comedy
Refers to things that are funny or sources of amusement.
katawanan

Slang Meanings

A joke or prank that is usually funny.
Mark's joke was so good, I fell off my chair laughing!
Ang galing ng guyon ni Mark, nahulog ako sa kakatawa!
Teasing or making fun of someone in a funny way.
Don't be mad, it was just a joke.
Huwag kang magalit, guyon lang 'yon.
Deliberately making friends laugh to have fun.
As long as there's joking, we’re always happy in the group!
Basta't may guyon, lagi kaming masaya sa barkada!