Cool MateMeaning of Funny
In simple words: causing laughter or amusement
Funny in a sentence
- The clown at the circus was really funny, making everyone laugh.
- She told a funny joke that made us all smile.
- His funny faces always brighten my day.
- The movie was funny, and I couldn't stop laughing.
- It was a funny situation when the dog chased its own tail.
How to use Funny
Use 'funny' to describe something that makes you laugh. It can be applied in both casual and slightly formal contexts but avoid using it in serious discussions.
Grammar pattern
funny + noun (e.g. funny joke)
Memory hint
Think of 'fun' in funny; if it's fun, it makes you laugh!
Related words
Synonyms for Funny
- strange, peculiar
- strange, peculiar
Common mistakes with Funny
- 'Funny' used as a noun when it should be an adjective.
- Overusing 'funny' for things that are just odd or strange.
- Confusing 'funny' with 'humorous' in formal writing.
Funny appears in
Funny in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مضحك
يسبب الضحك أو التسلية
- Bengaliবাংলা
মজার
হাসি বা আমোদ সৃষ্টিকারী
- GermanDeutsch
Lustig
verursacht Lachen oder Belustigung
- SpanishEspañol
Divertido
causando risa o diversión
- Persianفارسی
خندهدار
باعث خنده یا سرگرمی
- FrenchFrançais
Drôle
qui provoque le rire ou l'amusement
- Hindiहिन्दी
मज़ेदार
हँसी या मनोरंजन पैदा करने वाला
- ItalianItaliano
Divertente
che provoca risate o divertimento
- PortuguesePortuguês
Engraçado
causando riso ou diversão
- RussianРусский
Смешной, Забавный
вызывающий смех или веселье
- Urduاردو
مضحک، عجیب
ہنسی یا تفریح کا باعث بننے والا
- Chinese中文
搞笑的
引起笑声或娱乐的
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To leave someone or something and never return to them.
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the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Funny
What does Funny mean?
causing laughter or amusement
What is the definition of Funny?
making you laugh
How do you use Funny in a sentence?
The clown at the circus was really funny, making everyone laugh.
Can you give another example of Funny?
She told a funny joke that made us all smile.
What are synonyms for Funny?
Common alternatives include strange, peculiar, strange, peculiar.
What is the opposite of Funny?
Opposite meanings include serious, boring, sad.
What words go with Funny?
It commonly pairs with be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very.
What are common mistakes when using Funny?
'Funny' used as a noun when it should be an adjective. Overusing 'funny' for things that are just odd or strange. Confusing 'funny' with 'humorous' in formal writing.
How do you pronounce Funny?
US: /["/ˈfʌni/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfʌni/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Funny?
Use 'funny' to describe something that makes you laugh. It can be applied in both casual and slightly formal contexts but avoid using it in serious discussions.
What CEFR level is Funny?
"Funny" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.