Lawak (en. Funny)

/la-wak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A thing that brings joy or laughter.
His jokes are so funny that they always make us happy.
Napaka-lawak ng kanyang mga biro na laging nagpapasaya sa amin.
A form of art or show intended to make people laugh.
He loves shows that are funny because it helps him release his stress.
Mahilig siya sa mga palabas na may lawak dahil kahit paano ay nailalabas niya ang pagod.
A situation or statement that is humorous.
His story is full of funny things that are really amusing.
Ang kanyang kwento ay puno ng mga lawak na bagay na talaga namang nakakatawa.

Common Phrases and Expressions

range of humor
The extent of a person's ability to make jokes or create funny situations.
lawak ng katatawanan

Related Words

laughter
A form of art or expression that brings joy to people.
katatawanan
joke
To speak or act in a light-hearted manner to entertain others.
biro

Slang Meanings

A situation that is funny or causes laughter.
My friends' jokes are so funny, we always end up rolling on the floor laughing!
Ang mga joke ng tropa ko ay sobrang lawak, lagi kaming napapaingay sa tawa!
Relaxed or not too serious.
It's all good, the vibe here isn't too serious.
Ayos lang yan, di naman lawak ang vibe dito.