humour
word
/ˈhjumɝ/
HYOO-mur
/hjˈuːmɐ/
HYOO-muh
Definition
The quality of being amusing, funny, or entertaining; the ability to see or show the funny side of things.
Usage & Nuances
British spelling is 'humour'; American is 'humor'. Collocates with: 'sense of humour', 'dry humour', 'dark humour'. Often used in both formal and informal contexts.
Spanish: humorPortuguese (BR): humorPortuguese (PT): humorChinese (Simplified): 幽默Chinese (Traditional): 幽默Hindi: हास्यArabic: فكاهةBengali: রস - হাস্যরসRussian: юморJapanese: ユーモアVietnamese: hài hướcKorean: 유머Turkish: mizahUrdu: ظرافت - مزاحIndonesian: humor
Example Sentences
A good movie should have some humour.
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Children enjoy stories with lots of humour.
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A little humour can make even a serious meeting more enjoyable.
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We really need some humour to lighten the mood today.
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He has a great humour, and he always makes people laugh.
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Her dry humour isn't for everyone, but I love it.
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