For giggles Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈɡɪɡəɫz

fer GIG-uhlz

UK

fˈɔː/ /ɡˈɪɡəlz

faw GIG-uhlz

Definition

An informal way to say something is done just for fun, with no serious reason, usually to amuse yourself or others.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal, common in casual conversation. Similar to 'for fun' or 'just for laughs.' Often used to explain doing something with no goal except enjoyment. Not used in formal contexts. Sometimes appears as 'just for giggles.'

• Spanish: por diversión - por diversión (solo para reírse)
• Portuguese (BR): por diversão - só por brincadeira
• Portuguese (PT): por diversão - só por brincadeira
• Chinese (Simplified): 只是为了好玩 - 只是图乐
• Chinese (Traditional): 只是為了好玩 - 只是圖樂
• Hindi: मज़े के लिए - केवल हँसी के लिए
• Arabic: للمرح فقط - فقط للضحك
• Bengali: মজা করার জন্য - হাসির জন্য
• Russian: ради смеха - просто так для забавы
• Japanese: 面白半分に - 冗談で
• Vietnamese: cho vui - cho vui vẻ
• Korean: 재미로 - 그냥 웃으려고
• Turkish: eğlencesine - şaka olsun diye
• Urdu: تفریح کے لیے - مذاق کے طور پر
• Indonesian: iseng saja - untuk bersenang-senang

Example Sentences

We played the game for giggles.

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She wore a funny hat for giggles.

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We took silly photos for giggles.

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We went on the roller coaster for giggles, not because we love thrill rides.

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He added hot sauce to his ice cream for giggles.

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Sometimes we drive around town late at night for giggles.

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