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Dictionary Entry: Guffaw

Guffaw

Part of Speech

Noun, Verb

Pronunciation

IPA: /ɡəˈfɔː/

Phonetic: guh-faw

Definitions

  • Noun: A loud and hearty laugh.
  • Verb: To laugh loudly and boisterously.

Usage Examples

  • Noun: "His joke was met with a loud guffaw from the audience."
  • Verb: "She guffawed at the absurdity of the situation."

Etymology

First recorded in the early 18th century, possibly of Scottish origin, imitative of a hearty laugh.

Synonyms

  • Chuckle
  • Roar
  • Cackle
  • Belly laugh

Antonyms

  • Silence
  • Sob
  • Weep

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchÉclat de rire/ek.la də ʁiʁ/
GermanSchallendes Gelächter/ˈʃaləndəs ɡəˈlɛçtɐ/
SpanishCarcajada/kar.kaˈxa.ða/
HindiठहाकाThahaka
Mandarin哈哈大笑Hāhā dàxiào
Arabicضحكة عاليةDiḥka ʿāliya
Japanese大笑いŌwarai

Regional Pronunciation Variations

British English: /ɡəˈfɔː/ (rhymes with "law")

American English: /ɡəˈfɑː/ (rhymes with "saw")

Historical Usage

The term has been in use since the 18th century, appearing in literature and comedic performances to describe hearty laughter.

Cultural Nuances

Guffaw is often associated with unrestrained, boisterous laughter and is commonly found in humorous settings, storytelling, and comedic dialogues.

More Information

The word "guffaw" is widely used in both formal and informal English contexts to describe spontaneous laughter. It is frequently used in literature and media to portray characters who laugh loudly, often at something amusing or absurd.

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