chuckling
word · lemma: chuckle
/ˈtʃəkɫɪŋ/
CHUHK-ling
/tʃˈʌklɪŋ/
CHUHK-ling
Definition
Making a quiet or gentle laugh, usually because something is funny, amusing, or slightly embarrassing.
Usage & Nuances
'Chuckling' is less loud than 'laughing,' and usually suggests trying not to laugh too loudly or laughing to oneself. Common in storytelling or describing quiet amusement. Often appears with phrases like 'chuckling softly' or 'chuckling to himself/herself.'
Spanish: riendo entre dientesPortuguese (BR): rindo baixinhoPortuguese (PT): rindo baixinhoChinese (Simplified): 轻声笑Chinese (Traditional): 輕聲笑Hindi: दबी हँसीArabic: يضحك بخفةBengali: ঠোঁট নোড়াচ্ছে - মৃদু হাসছেRussian: посмеиваться - тихо смеятьсяJapanese: くすくす笑う - ほくそ笑むVietnamese: cười khúc khích - cười nhẹKorean: 킬킬거리다 - 피식 웃다Turkish: kıkırdamakUrdu: دبے دبے ہنسناIndonesian: terkekeh - tertawa pelan
Example Sentences
He was chuckling at the funny movie.
basic
She kept chuckling during the story.
basic
The old man sat in his chair, chuckling quietly.
basic
I saw her chuckling to herself while reading a text message.
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Everyone started chuckling when he made that joke.
natural
He walked out of the room, still chuckling about what happened.
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